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17/07/2025

HOW TO FLOSS AND USE INTERDENTAL BRUSHES PROPERLY.

Are you not flossing because you don’t really know how or find it difficult to do?

Hopefully after reading this, you will be more confident in cleaning in-between your teeth.

WHY WE SHOULD FLOSS?

First of all, let’s chat about why it is very important to include interdental cleaning in your oral hygiene routine. Using any form on interdental cleaning such as floss tape or tepe brushes is very beneficial and something everyone should be doing!

Interdental cleaning reduces the risk of tooth decay in-between your teeth, if you get tooth decay in-between your teeth it is harder to detect as it is not as visible as other surfaces of the teeth, therefore it can possibly lead to more than just a filling restoration.

Interdental cleaning reduces the risk of gum disease. Gum disease is basically infection of the gums, the more thorough you clean out the infection (swollen and bleeding gums) the healthier the gums will become, this means cleaning all surfaces of the teeth not just the ones the tooth brush can get to.

Another reason to interdental clean is to remove food packing or plaque that is stuck in-between your teeth. A lot of people have crowding in their mouth therefore food gets trapped between the teeth and unless removed causes plaque which then leads to cavities which you do not want. It is important to realise gum disease and cavities are the leading cause of losing your teeth, therefore having a good oral hygiene routine and following dentists’ guidance will prevent this from happening the most.

Bad breath can also be very common for people who do not clean in-between their teeth, you might be wondering why you have bad breath if you brush your teeth twice a day, well, food that is trapped between your teeth can sometimes only be removed with floss or tepe brushes therefor could be there for days which as you can imagine will start to rot and smell causing your breath to also smell.

HOW TO FLOSS PROPERLY.

Step 1 –Take a long length of floss, about 45cm, and wind each end around your middle fingers.

Step 2 –Wind the floss around the fingers until, when pulled tightly, the floss between each hand is around 3cm to 5cm long.

Step 3 –With the floss pulled tightly, slide it between two teeth. Guide it up and down against the surface of the teeth and below the gum line.

Step 4 –Continue this process around the mouth, moving methodically from one pair of teeth to the next.

Alternatively, you can use floss harps, which have a short piece of floss attached to a plastic harp-shaped handle to make it easier to reach the gaps between your back teeth.

HOW TO USE INTEDENTAL BRUSHES

Interdental brushes have small, bristled heads and are available in a variety of widths to suit the gap size between your teeth. Some brushes have a metal wire holding the bristles, allowing you to bend them to the desired shape. Others have rubber bristles, and you can buy ones with different length handles too, helping to get into the hard-to-reach gaps in your mouth

Step 1 –Choose the right sized interdental brush and style to suit you.

Step 2- Simply insert the interdental brush gently between your teeth and move the full length of the brush back and forth a few times. Do not force the brush into a space; change the size and curve the neck or wire when needed.

Step 3 –Then continue throughout your whole mouth and change the brush when the bristles become worn.

Dental floss may be a useful alternative if you find you do not have a large enough gap in between your teeth for an interdental brush to fit.

11/07/2025

Patients can sometimes be apprehensive about having a replacement ‘fake’ tooth to replace gaps in their mouth, especially if it can be seen in their smile. They can be worried that is is noticeably a porcelain tooth or if the replacement tooth isn’t stable enough.

Here is a photo of a recent bridge we fitted on a patients upper central tooth (which is a really important and visible area in the mouth) as you can see it is almost impossible to tell the difference between the tooth and the bridge. We make out bridges very sturdy and resilient, making sure to only bridge off of teeth that are strong and using the best materials possible. Bridges are one of 3 ways to replace teeth in most cases, they are reasonably affordable, reliable and a more permanent solution rather than a denture plate. Our patient was very happy with the outcome, she can smile confidently again!

03/07/2025

These clinical photos were taken recently to show the importance of regular dental check-ups and hygienist appointments. This patient was unaware of the decay around an existing filling on their canine tooth, as highlighted in the 1st photo. The 2nd photo shows that the decay has been removed and the restoration has been placed, as you can see you can not tell the difference between tooth and the composite filling. The decay was actually deeper than expected so it is a good job the patient came in for their routine check-up so it could be acknowledged before becoming even worse.

15/05/2025

Another great Six Months smiles braces results. These are the before and after photos of a patient who competed the treatments earlier this week.

Our patient is so pleased with her new smile. she had a large diastema between her two front teeth which was an insecurity of hers and her initial reason for having the brace fitted, to close the gap. The patient will now go ahead with the included whitening treatment to achieve her dream teeth.

Here at waterer dental our fixed clear braces treatment is a great way to achieve straighter teeth in just 6 months!

please don’t hesitate to get InTouch with us to book a free cosmetic consultation if you are interested in having straighter teeth!🤩

08/05/2025

VE DAY

To celebrate 80 years since the end of WW2 lets take a look back on the diet back then.

Sugar, coffee, processed foods, meats (including canned fish), cheese, canned milk and fats were all rationed. The food groups that were not rationed were fresh fruits, vegetables and bread.

As well as limiting loose sugar, other items such as sweets, biscuits and jams were rationed also. This would have meant that there was probably less decay caused from diet as sugar and processed foods were not available to consume anywhere as near as much as it is now. Saying that dentistry was not as advanced in the 1940’s as it is now, nor was the accessibility the same due to demand and financial circumstances for most people, meaning that the decay and gum disease statistics were possibly no better due to the ‘healthier’ diet back then.

Also this report linked below describing what dentistry was like in ww2 is very interesting to read!

https://concordiamemoryproject.concordiacollegearchives.org/exhibits/show/sartyessays/seanzimny

Our dentists, hygienist and team have been working together for 15 years providing high calibre denti

01/05/2025

Here is a photo of one of our patients newly fitted bridge. Can you tell which tooth is the false tooth because you certainly need to glance twice!

we like to think our work here at Waterer is very natural, we aim to provide exactly what suits our patients needs / wants, whether that’s cosmetic or practice improvements.

06/03/2025

It is common Knowledge that we should be brushing our teeth twice daily for good oral hygiene, although, if you are not brushing your teeth / gums effectively your cleaning might not be as beneficial as you may think. Learning how to clean your teeth to the highest standard and in the correct way for you is very important for your dental health and preventing dental issues in the future.

Here is an interesting and useful article that simply explains ways in which you can make brushing your teeth more effective moving forwards.

27/02/2025

At the end of Last month Waterer Dental Care Practice had an Up-to-date CQC inspection.

We are delighted to say that we have passed the inspection! We managed this not only due to the hard work of our staff but also the kind reviews from our patients. Therefore, we would like to say a big thank you to all patients for all of your support.

Below is a brief overview of the responses we had from our patients. This is also available to read on the CQC website if you are interested in seeing more.



“Two weeks before our on-site assessment, we asked the practice to encourage patients to share their views of the service with us. We received feedback from 17 patients. On the day of our assessment, we received patient feedback from a further 13 patients. Patient feedback provided a positive view of the dental team and care provided by the practice. Comments included, “The care and attention given to everyone is second to none. The moment you walk through the door you receive a friendly welcome and are instantly put at ease. It is obvious from the start that the team is well trained and know exactly what they have to do and how to care for the patient”, “I have been a patient of theirs for many years now and am totally satisfied with all aspects of their service” and “I have used this practice for many years and have found them a first class professional organisation”. Patients commented positively about the standards of cleanliness. Patients felt able to book appointments within an acceptable timescale for their needs and said they had enough time during their appointment without feeling rushed. Patients told us they were given clear information to help them make an informed choice about their treatment and any associated costs. They were involved in decisions about their care. Patients told us that when they were prescribed medicines, sufficient information was given. Patients told us that they were supported to maintain their oral health and were provided with appropriate information and resources. The practice shared patient feedback with the team. We were told this was reviewed and where suggestions had been made, appropriate action would be taken”

20/12/2024

‘Zoe ball left with awful headaches after jaw condition’ - sky news

She wrote on an Instagram post ‘I have TMJ and wake most days with awful headaches from tension & jaw clenching’

TMJ stands for ‘temporo-mandibular joint’ which is the joint connecting your lower jaw and your skull. These joints let you open and close your mouth and chew from side to side.

If you have occlusion issues, are clenching your jaw a lot or crinde your teeth (usually due to stress) problems with these joints May occure.

The main problems / symptoms from Tmj are headaches or migraines, pain behind ears/sinuses/ neck/ shoulders. Tmj can also cause toothache, sensitivity, loose teeth and worn teeth.

Did you know that up to 1 in 4 people may suffer or have symptoms of tmj issues.

Seek advise from your dentist if you think you suffer with tmj, although we may not be able to fix the issue we can help you mange to symptoms.

The broadcaster recently announced her departure from BBC Radio 2's breakfast show.

05/12/2024

Christmas has arrived at waterer dental care!!🎄
We hope all of our lovely patients enjoy this festive season, whatever it is you may be up to😊

26/09/2024

Dental implants are not only a great way replace a single missing tooth but can also be used to fill larger spaces in the mouth.
The pictures below show a recent case completed by Dr Waterer. The patient had a large space on the upper left of her mouth, where 3 teeth were missing, a single dental implant was placed in this space. Dr Waterer was then able to use the implant and one of the patients teeth to support a 4 unit fixed movable bridge, giving the patient 3 more teeth on the upper jaw and subsequently improving the cosmetic appearance of the patients smile.

20/09/2024

There are a few changes coming to Waterer Dental Care over the next few weeks..........

Lucy our practice manager is leaving the practice to go on Maternity leave until the end of next summer. In the meantime we will have Katie covering her role. Katie started at the practice yesterday and will be present 4 days a week, she will generally be working around the practice and also on the reception desk.
We have also recently employed a new dental receptionist - Stephanie. Stephanie will be at the practice Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays and you will also see her on our reception desk.
Both are looking forward to meeting our lovely patients so please say "Hi" next time you visit the practice!