THe Secret to a Healthier Smile: Clean Where Your Toothbrush Can’t Reach

​A great smile isn’t just about brushing—it’s about cleaning between your teeth, too. If you have dental bridges, implants, or braces, those hard-to-reach spaces can trap plaque and bacteria that brushing alone simply can’t remove.
That’s where two hygiene heroes come in:
GUM® Soft-Picks® Comfort Flex and Oral-B® Super Floss® 

Let’s break down why your smile will love them 💙

​🌈 GUM® Soft-Picks® Comfort Flex
Gentle. Flexible. Surprisingly powerful.
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What they are:
Soft, rubber interdental picks designed to slide comfortably between teeth—no metal, no sharp edges.
⭐ Why patients love them

• Ultra-gentle on gums – perfect for sensitive mouths
• Flexible handle bends to reach back teeth easily
• Massage + clean – stimulates gums while removing plaque
• No fraying, no snapping – unlike traditional floss

🦷 Especially helpful for:

• Dental implants
• Bridges
• Braces & orthodontic wires
• Patients who struggle with string floss

🪥 How to use Soft-Picks

1. Insert gently between teeth--never force it
2. Move back and forth a few times
3. Rinse the pick during use
4. Use daily (and toss when worn)

💡 Pro tip: Keep a pack in your car, purse, or desk for easy on-the-go cleaning.

🧵 Oral-B® Super Floss
​Designed for dental work—and it shows.

What makes it special:
Super Floss has three sections in one strand, each with a job to do.
🧩 The 3-in-1 design

1. Stiffened end – threads easily under bridges, implants, or braces
2. Spongy floss – cleans wide spaces and around dental work
3. Regular floss – finishes cleaning below the gumline

🦷 Ideal for:

• Fixed bridges
• Implants
• Braces & permanent retainers
• Wide spaces between teeth

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🪥 How to use Super Floss

1. Use the stiff end to thread under your bridge, implant, or wire
2. Wrap the spongy section around the tooth or implant
3. Gently move up and down along the sides
4. Remove carefully and repeat for each space

✨ This is one of the best tools for preventing inflammation around implants.

💙 Why Interdental Cleaning Matters (Especially for Dental Work)
Plaque loves to hide under bridges, around implants, and behind braces. Without proper cleaning, this can lead to:

• Gum inflammation
• Bad breath
• Implant complications
• Decay around dental work

Using the right tools daily helps protect your investment—and your smile.
😁 Our Dentist’s Recommendation
     For best results:

• Brush twice daily
• Use Soft-Picks or Super Floss once a day
• Attend regular professional cleanings

✨ Clean better. Feel fresher. Smile brighter.
Ask us at your next visit—or pick these up today and start cleaning like a pro!

Jeff D. Velasquez, DDS
541 W. Willow St.
Long Beach, CA 90806
562-424-9473       Cel; 562-518-7288