There is never a suitable substitute for daily brushing and flossing.
While some products, including water irrigation devices (or “water picks”), may be useful for specific applications, they may not be as effective as traditional flossing in the removal of plaque.
Water picks use powerful tiny bursts of water to blast away food particles and other debris in hard-to-reach areas of your mouth. Dentists use professional-grade water picks when preparing a tooth for restoration, or in general cleaning and exams.
People with painful gum disease or highly sensitive gums may find water picks useful for supplementing their brushing regimen. People with orthodontia, including braces, have found water picks quite useful because toothbrush bristles often get stuck.
Location
Water Picks
MEET YOUR DOCTOR
Vijaya Canakala, DMD
Dr. Canakala graduated from Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine in 2006. She worked in Private practice in Massachusetts for over nine years before she moved to Connecticut.
Dr. Canakala’s practice philosophy is to help restore and maintain good oral health for all her patients by providing excellent dental care in a gentle and compassionate way. She strongly believes in continuing education and training, and she will continue to make it a top priority in her practice. She gained extensive knowledge in not only general dentistry but expanded her skillset in aesthetic procedures and implant restorations in her practice.
Dr. Canakala is a member of American Dental Association (ADA), Connecticut State Dental Association (CSDA) and Middlesex County Dental Society.
In her personal time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Mukesh (who is also a Dentist), their family and friends. She loves to spend time outdoors with her two beautiful sons Aarush and Ishan.
OFFICE HOURS
Monday:
8:00 am-5:00 pm
Tuesday:
9:00 am-6:00 pm
Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
8:00 am-5:00 pm
Friday:
8:00 am-5:00 pm
Saturday:
by appointment only
Sunday:
Closed