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where can i purchase refill brushes for gum treatment?

by Ethyl Lindgren Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago

What makes the gum® proxabrush® refill unique?

Each GUM® Proxabrush® refill is made from nylon and features a precision manufactured brush head with unique triangular bristles. These triangular bristles are effective in removing more dental plaque than round bristles.

What is the best toothbrush for sensitive gums?

GUM® Technique® Sensitive Care Toothbrush, Full, Soft Bristles - 2ct $5.00 The GUM® Technique® Sensitive Care is the toothbrush that has been clinically designed to be gentle on sensitive gums and teeth, while removing dental plaque and cleaning without compromise.

Are all gum brushes the same?

Not all brushes are alike. GUM® TECHNIQUE® Deep Clean clinically designed for more effective cleaning. Sunstar Americas, Inc. offers quality oral care solutions under the GUM® and Butler® brands; providing research-based products and services in 90 countries for 90 years.

What is the gum® technique® deep clean toothbrush?

The GUM® Technique® Deep Clean toothbrush has been clinically designed to help you do the cleaning and plaque removal your dental professional recommends so you will enjoy healthy gums and teeth and a great clean-feeling mouth.

Where can I find interdental brushes?

Interdental Brushes - Gum Care | Walgreens.

How many times can you reuse interdental brushes?

As to how many times can you reuse an interdental brush, well that really depends on how it is looking. If the bristles start to look worn or shabby, or if the wire starts to fatigue (bend or twist), we recommend you throw it out and replace it with a new one. Often an interdental brush may only last for 1-2 weeks.

What can I use instead of interdental brushes?

Use pre-threaded floss to more easily reach in your mouth and (like regular floss) throw it away after each use. Soft-Picks by GUM®: A favorite of the dental community, Soft-Picks are sort of an interdental brush/dental pick hybrid.

Are Oral B interdental brushes reusable?

Oral-B Interdental Brushes cleans where your toothbrush cannot reach. For very fine tooth gaps & tight spaces, deep Cleaning bristles to remove food and plaque. The interdental brushes are reusable and cost-effective compared to single-use disposables.

How do I know what size interdental brush I need?

Start with the smallest size and work your way up until you feel the brush bristles engage the tooth surface and the gum tissue. The brush should have a snug fit but the wire, although plastic coated, shouldn't touch the sides of the teeth or the gums. Never force the brush into a space.

Should you put toothpaste on interdental brushes?

You may need a variety of different brush sizes to clean between the different sized spaces between your teeth. Use the interdental brushes once a day. Don't use toothpaste or mouthwash on the brush as this may damage the bristles.

Do dentists recommend interdental brushes?

Better Accepted by Patients Our dentists at Kirkland Premier Dentistry have noticed that patients who were advised to use interdental brushes, come to the next visit with cleaner teeth and gums! Those who were advised to floss, still came back with gingivitis, mostly.

Can a Waterpik replace interdental brushes?

Yes. Interdental brushes should be the first option for interdental cleaning. Water flossers have some evidence to support their use, but are not as good as interdental brushes. Flossing is the least effective type of interdental cleaning.

Can water flosser replace interdental brushes?

Conclusions: The Waterpik Water Flosser and manual toothbrush removes significantly more plaque from tooth surfaces (whole mouth, marginal, approximal, facial, and lingual) than interdental brushes and a manual toothbrush after a single use.

Which interdental brush is the best?

Here are some of the best interdental brushes on the market today, according to dentists.How We Choose.GUM Proxabrush Go-Betweens Cleaners.GUM Soft-Picks Original Dental Picks.Bamboo Piksters Interdental Brushes.DenTek Slim Brush Interdental Cleaners.TEPE Interdental Brush Original Cleaners.More items...•

Why do my gums bleed when I use interdental brushes?

When you first start using interdental brushes, your gums may be tender and bleed a little as you start to get rid of any plaque build-up. Carry on using the brushes, and the bleeding should reduce as your gums become healthier. If you're still getting bleeding after a few days, get advice from your dentist.

Can interdental brushes damage gums?

Can interdental brushes damage gums? Not if you are using them properly. Interdental brushes have soft, flexible bristles that are strong enough to clean in between teeth but not strong enough to damage your gums with gentle brushing.

Product Details

GUM® Proxabrush® Go-Betweens® Wide are the largest brush in the Proxabrush line and is designed for individuals with larger spaces between their teeth. Also available in: Tight, and Moderate.

Product Attributes

Don’t let your GUM® Proxabrush® head get old and worn out, make sure you’ve always got a supply of refills for your GUM® Proxabrush® Go-Betweens® Permanent Handle (625) or the Proxabrush® Dual-Ended Handle (605).

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GUM Stimulator has been designed by dental professionals to promote healthy and firm gums by massaging the gingival tissues and stimulating the blood flow. The GUM Stimulator is a traditional method to maintain your gums in good health.

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What is a gum toothbrush?

The GUM® Super Tip® toothbrush is specially designed to clean the hard-to-reach areas at the back of the mouth, including erup ting or erupted third molars (wisdom teeth that emerge around 18–22 years of age). This hard-to-reach area can easily allow a buildup of dental plaque in areas that dentists and dental hygienists are particularly concerned about as plaque buildup here may result in periodontal inflammation and infections.

What is a gum technique toothbrush?

The GUM® Technique® Deep Clean toothbrush has been clinically designed to help you do the cleaning and plaque removal your dental professional recommends so you will enjoy healthy gums and teeth and a great clean-feeling mouth.

What is a micro tip toothbrush?

The GUM® Micro Tip® toothbrush was developed in collaboration with dental professionals to create a complete brushing experience. First, the bristles have two distinctly different features using the latest manufacturing technologies: • "Micro-feathering” splits each bristle filament into two-to-seven very fine endings that create up to 70% more contact area that enables soft and very gentle cleaning over a broader area. • Regular-shaped tapered bristles are narrow at the tip to reach deeper below the gumline and in the hard-to-reach spaces between the teeth, and have a textured surface to disrupt dental plaque and increase cleaning power.

Does the Supreme Max toothbrush work?

New GUM® Supreme Max, Full Medium toothbrush has stimulating bristles to gently clean and help strengthen gums. Like GUM® Supreme, GUM® Supreme Max has 50% more bristles than an ordinary toothbrush to provide better plaque removal. Supreme Max also has the new 2 in 1 tongue cleaner and scraper to help gently remove food and odor-causing bacteria. *data on file

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