I fooled the dentist!!
By Debs_place
@Debs_place (10520)
United States
March 24, 2009 9:00pm CST
I must have admit that I have not always flossed. But the dentist always asked about it so I figured it was time to do something last spring. Well I bought a water pic (no this is not an ad for one) and those suckers do work.
Today I went to the dentist to start a root canal and when the temp was put on, she said to not pull up when I floss and not to floss at all for 24 hours around that tooth.
So obviously the water pic works?
So, do you floss? Do you feel you should? Would you consider the water pic? I find it much more pleasant then dental floss.
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6 responses
@onabreak2 (1161)
• United States
25 Mar 09
No I dont use a water pick. I brush my teeth in the shower and
it gets them all squeaky clean. When I told the dentist he
laughed and said he did too. So did his assistant.
I had a bad experience with a water pic. It was so long
ago though. I belive I blew a crown off with one or something
of that nature.
I guess you are proof that they work though and glad you are
having such a good experience with yours.
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@Debs_place (10520)
• United States
26 Mar 09
Whoa...blowing off a crown is no easy feat if it is properly attached. I have had them fall off and almost always on my front teeth.
@Debs_place (10520)
• United States
26 Mar 09
I serves the same purpose as dental floss but it is not nearly as unpleasant.
My dentist is happy with my 'flossing effort'. I am going to guess it just helps prevent plaque.
@Debs_place (10520)
• United States
26 Mar 09
http://www.waterpik.com/oral-health-products/countertop-dental-water-jet/WP-100/
the link says this one helps remove plaqye
@Debs_place (10520)
• United States
25 Mar 09
Well I didn't have dental coverage for a few years...and things went right down hill.
Can't you get a water pic now? it would probably help
@winterose (39887)
• Canada
25 Mar 09
I am not sure how a water pik would work? What happens? I like it a lot you idea that is.
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@Debs_place (10520)
• United States
26 Mar 09
It is high pressure water that you direct between your teeth and at the gum line to clean up debris...it is amazin how much comes out after i brush my teeth.
http://www.waterpik.com/oral-health-products/countertop-dental-water-jet/WP-100/
@slickcut (8141)
• United States
29 Mar 09
I do floss....I also use to have a water pic and you are right they do work & they work great..I am going to get another one , but haven't gotten around to it yet but i think it does a very good job & it is easier than flossing.....Also don't forget to brush the tongue..haha
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@Debs_place (10520)
• United States
29 Mar 09
I try that..but I gag when I try and brush my tongue. I wonder if there is a trick to it?
@coffeeshot (3783)
• Australia
25 Mar 09
I have never heard of a water pic. No idea what you're talking about.
However I do enjoy flossing. Like they say, brushing only does half the job. It's amazing how much crap you can get out of your teeth with a little piece of floss!
I think food caught in between the teth causes bad breath too, so flossing ensures that your teeth are healthy, and your mouth isn't smelly!
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@Debs_place (10520)
• United States
26 Mar 09
Actually it is pik...here is a link for one
http://www.waterpik.com/oral-health-products/countertop-dental-water-jet/WP-100/
