How about EASY flossing with braces??!!

[Mc1]

Hi All!
-to bad I don’t have a smiley with braces!

So, it’s no surprise that it really is a hassle to floss with braces…check out the video below for a new product that can help you, especially after you eat…like when you are at school, or anytime you are out and about and don’t have time to floss properly.
It really works! Check out the other link wich is a review from a fellow bloger.
You can write to me if you have questions or are interested to have a free sample.
Thanks!
Video:
YouTube - FLOSSING WITH BRACES

Review:
Healthy Options: Brytonpick floss alternative « What’s in a Smile?

[metalmonkey]

Hi Michael, do you send free samples to the UK? I would like to try the Brytonpick after seeing your video.

[Mc1]

Currently Bryton is only available in the USA
...but I can send you a couple to try! It will take a few weeks...just be patient!
please email me your address to mcaputo@brytonpick.com or as a private message here on bracesreview. Thanks!!!!

[eatyourpeas]

I think there is a user on here who loves this thing. I think I may order one to use with my bonded retainer.

[Zoso]

Well, you can count me as liking it. It doesn't, at least in my opinion, replace flossing. But it beats the pants off any toothpick I've ever tried (I usually end up reaching for the floss, to get the broken piece of wood out from between my teeth! ) and has become something I use regularly. It just doesn't seem like brushing alone gets the crud out from between my front teeth the same as it did PBR (that's Pre Bonded Retainer ) and that's right where the BrytonPick comes to the rescue. I have one at home, and carry one in my wallet.

[Julie]

Is that piece that goes between your teeth made out of metal or some sort of plastic?

[newsboysgrl777]

I just ordered the 3 free samples so we'll see how it goes. I only have my top brackets on so far and it's ALREADY a pain to floss, so I'm hoping this works!!! I'll let you all know.

Julie, that piece that goes between your teeth is metal but it's as thin as (if not thinner than) dental floss and is rounded so there is no risk of it cutting you. Also, it's STAINLESS steel and treated to be germ resistant or something? At least that's what the site says.

Is that piece that goes between your teeth made out of metal or some sort of plastic?

[Mc1]

Hi!
Maybe this information will help you out:
'Stainless steel used is considered natually germ resistant. Also, because it isn’t porous like toothbrush bristles or plastic or string it will not become a breeding ground for bacteria. This makes it ideal for use during the day when there is no time to floss, making it great to remove food debris and plaque while on the go.'

[Germani M]

Could you tell me where to find the Bryton Pick? I have a very hard time flossing without braces. I know that it is going to be harder when I get them next week. You help is greatly appreciated.

[mariahfromchicago]

I am really interested... It looks pretty cool!

[Mc1]

Hi Guys!
There are several places you can find BrytonPick. If you have Meijer stores near you, most carry them.
Or from the brytonpick.com website.

OR I can send you a sample, I have several available. you can send me a message here and I will share my personal email with you.
Thanks!

[newsboysgrl777]

I have to say that I got my samples and I'm really not impressed. Maybe I'm not doing it right or whatever, but it doesn't really feel like it does anything for me and it's a bit awkward to use (probably I need to get used to it). Also, I was an idiot and thought "well, if it's thin enough, maybe i CAN go between my gum and my teeth with this thing" and so I did it, and cut my gum just a tiny bit (really - it was NOTHING serious) and so I say don't be a fool like me and try to make this product do more than it should. LOL

I think, for me personally, I'm going to try the stiff-end floss by Crest and just work with that.

[Sunny]

I have to say that I got my samples and I'm really not impressed. Maybe I'm not doing it right or whatever, but it doesn't really feel like it does anything for me and it's a bit awkward to use (probably I need to get used to it).

Great you've had a sample to try ... I've been waiting for months and I know it doesn't take that long to post to Australia.

Shame you didn't like the product, but it's good to be able to try before you buy ... plus remember it doesn't floss, but it should clean between your teeth with ease!

I've found the stiff ended floss is the easiest way to floss with braces. It will take a longer than you'd like for a few weeks, but with daily practise, you'll soon find you can floss nearly as quickly as you did pre braces.

[Sunny]

My Bryton Picks arrived in the mail yesterday and I've given one a try after four meals. I'm finding it easy to use on my front and side teeth (upper and lower), but not my back teeth ... think it might be a space problem.

I like what the Bryton does to dislodge food between my teeth ... but it's definitely a pick and will never replace flossing.

Thanks Michael for posting them to me!

[flossybraces]

Have you tried the platypus flosser? i liked it more than the bryton pick too - but to each her own right? i love it so much i could have kissed my orthodontist on the mouth then next time i saw him... way easier, and much faster.

[Sunny]

Great that you've found the platypus so good flossy!

I've used a similar product, but didn't find it so great for a few reasons ...
I couldn't change the floss without changing the whole flosser ... such a waste
I couldn't use the head correctly for my side teeth ... possibly because my mouth isn't big enough
I didn't have the control over the movement of the floss like you do with superfloss

I tried the product for about a month, and continued using superfloss, to make sure I was doing a proper job, so once I wrote the promised review ... a negative one ... I stopped using the product and have continued with superfloss.

It's great that the different types of flossers work for some people, as flossing so important ... but remember that flossing correctly is the most important practise.

[B-races]

hi

Have you guys tried any of the Oral-B products for flossing? I noticed that they had a special kit for braces on Mailmedental.com - ortho+Care+Essentials+-+Tidligere+Braces+Care+Essentials+(3-pak)/Details.aspx" target="_blank">Oral-B Ortho Care Essentials - Formerly Braces Care Essentials (3-pack) but i'm a bit skeptical to whether or not it is any good.


B-races

[Sunny]

B I found the orthodontic head was great to use with my electric oral b, but I've not been able to find these heads for about six months (maybe longer).

Since I couldn't find the ortho heads, I've been using the usual oral b head, and I'm just a bit more careful to press it gently under the archwire from the top and bottom of my teeth. Apart from that ... I'm sure it's doing a great job.

[eyecarepro]

Before I had my braces put on, I was religious about flossing. I had this four part regimen that I adhered to EVERY night before I went to bed: floss (Crest Glide of course), use my Oral Breeze, brush, and rinse with a non alcoholic nighttime rinse. I was recently told I had excellent oral health by my dentist and my Ortho, despite the wear on my teeth from my bite. So I got my braces put on about 3 weeks ago, which I'm still kind of getting used to. Every time I think the inside of my mouth is used to the wires and brackets, I notice the snag on the inside of my lips and mouth for a couple of days. I've been using this rinse called Orajel Antiseptic Mouth Sore wash. That REALLY works! It fills the brackets full of foam and tastes like cream soda. As far as flossing NOW goes my regimen has gone to first using the Oral Breeze which is also STELLAR for removing food caught in the brackets and wires, then brushing with a soft bristle toothbrush as I did pre-braces, and that Mouth Sore Rinse I mentioned. Then the Oral Breeze again to get all the foam out from the brackets. Unfortunately my flossing habit has been neglected partially due to how time consuming it is and partially because of how tight the space is now with the braces. I've been told to never FORCE dental floss between teeth and a few areas really ARE too tight to floss between. It also feels weird, like I have small bits of the floss caught between the tighter places in the teeth when I'm done. I think it's just the tightness I'm feeling. I understand how important it is to floss. The Oral Breeze I have is my MUST-HAVE dental accessory, now more than ever. I've heard of people who use it in lieu of flossing. I can only get the floss between half of my teeth. The rest of the teeth are just too tight together to pass the thread between them. I'm still a little concerned that my lack of flossing in my regimen could cause issues. Although I gotta say this Oral Breeze I have does one helluva job...any thoughts? Oh, one more question: how long til I start to feel the "teeth-loosening" feeling? I won't just wake up one morning and all my teeth be all loose will I? I wouldn't think so.

[Sunny]

Hi eyecarepro, I'm sure the oral breeze is better than nothing, but it won't clean just below the gumline, which is why it's so necessary to floss.

At your next ortho appointment, ask to be shown how to floss. We do this often for younger patients, as they sometimes lack the discipline to floss and understanding of the why it's so important. The more you floss, the faster it becomes ... that does seem to be the case for all patients.

Tight connections can make flossing more difficult, but your teeth won't stay like that, so keep trying to gently slide the floss between your teeth, or if you're using one of the flosses made to use with braces, try to slide the tiny stiffened end between your teeth at the gum line and then gently floss on either side.

Flossing is also a great guide to movement. Often you'll know your teeth have moved, due to teeth feeling closer together when you floss, or further apart. Sometimes this movement can't be seen ... but is just as exciting.

Good luck with keeping your oral hygiene A1, ensuring the health of your gums to keep your great bite and smile safe!