Wisdom re:new interdental brushes. These come in a paper box of 30 brushes, made using recycled plastic for the handle and bio-based plastic (castor oil) filaments The regular brushes come supplied with a clear cap that fits over the brush head to protect it if required. This is particularly useful when travelling. I strongly recommend the use of reusable handle and replaceable brush options. They produce less waste as only small parts of the brush need to be replaced. Another advantage is that it takes up less space if multiple sizes are needed (as is the case for most people) — with one handle you can use a number of different sizes. Availability of these in different countries will vary. There are also many own brand options available in local shops. Regular interdental brushes Razoko Interdental brush. These come in two boxes of 72. There are 4 sizes, and every brush comes with its own cap.

A recent study has shown these to be as effective as regular interdental brushes when it comes to removing plaque and reducing bleeding. A 2022 study focussed on only patients who have more advanced gum disease (periodontitis) and found both interdental brushes and the rubber based interdental brushes to be better than toothbrushing alone or toothbrushing and flossing. These come in six different sizes. They are equivalent to ISO 0-5. The colour scheme matches the TePe Original brushes: We discuss the environmental impact of interdental cleaning methods in our article on the best sustainable interdental cleaning options, but to summarise, these may be a better option if you have composting facilities. You need to remove the wire and fibre part and dispose of this as general waste. The handle can be recycled separately. I found these to be relatively strong, enough to be able to rinse and reuse several times. The bristles didn’t show any damage after two to three days use.

I have only had hands on with a couple of brands. They have shorter bristles and do feel softer to touch. Be aware that the difference in bristle length may make them less effective at plaque removal compared to the regular version of the same size. Why are my gums bleeding when cleaning? I have tested these interdental brushes. The straight part of the handle is smooth, whilst the tapered end is slightly rougher (which can cause mild irritation to the lips, something I have found with almost all bamboo products, and which isn’t a long term problem as it usually stops after a few days).

Larger gaps need a larger brush. Smaller gaps need a smaller brush. Some gaps will be so small that maybe only floss will fit. They are all-plastic brushes. There is no metal wire. They have a tapered plastic tip with rubber bristles. Using interdental cleaners between the teeth helps reaches the 40% of tooth surface missed when cleaning with a toothbrush.Bleeding gums can be a sign of gum disease (gingivitis). Diseased gums can bleed very easily and regular cleaning will result in healthier gums. is the smallest interdental brush available from TePe. This brush has a pink coloured handle.These are particularly prone to bending and snapping. Hi Olga. Thank you for this comment and for noting the possible differences in sizes between bamboo and the plastic interdental brushes. You should use interdental brushes wherever possible, instead of floss. Only use floss for the narrowest gaps where interdental brushes do not fit. Do I need to use toothpaste with interdental brushes?