Which one actually gets your teeth cleaner: blasting with water or good ol’ string floss?

news_jerry · 2025-11-26T18:39:39Z

I’ve been using regular floss for years, but my dentist keeps pushing the water flosser thing. I tried it at a friend’s place and honestly, it felt like a tiny pressure washer in my mouth (kinda fun? kinda weird?). I liked how quick it was, but I’m not sure if it actually gets all the gunk out like string floss does. On the other hand, my gums don’t bleed as much with the water thing, which is nice. Anyone here actually switched from one to the other and noticed a real difference? Or do you just stick to what you grew up with? Curious if people think one is better for braces or sensitive gums too.

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I keep wondering the same thing—sometimes after I use string floss, my gums feel a little sore but, weirdly, cleaner? But then the water flosser is just so much gentler. Has anyone actually noticed if their dentist says anything different depending on which one you use? I've never asked mine, honestly...

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