Getting braces is a big step toward achieving a healthier, more confident smile. However, as your teeth begin to shift, brackets and wires create new areas where plaque and food particles can accumulate, making proper oral care more challenging and more important than ever.
Why Traditional Tools May Not Be Enough
Conventional manual brushing and string flossing can be difficult to perform effectively with fixed orthodontic appliances. Interproximal areas, gingival margins, and the regions around brackets are often inadequately cleaned. In clinical practice, many patients, particularly adolescents, often struggle with consistent flossing habits.
This has led to growing interest in adjunctive tools, such as oral irrigators (water flossers), as supportive home-care devices.
Deep Clean with Water Flossers
Water flossers use high-frequency water pulses to flush out food debris and bacteria from hard-to-reach areas. For braces wearers, this results in better plaque control and reduced gum inflammation.
Among them, the COSLUS E40 Water Flosser features a 10-stage stepless pressure control system perfectly for individuals with braces and sensitive gums. The E40 allows you to adjust water pressure single-handedly during use, without removing the flosser from your mouth—ideal for both teens and adults undergoing orthodontic treatment. It also offers a gentle pulse flow to help soothe the gums.
If you’re looking for a classic and powerful option, the COSLUS C20 Water Flosser, utilizes dual-thread ultra-fine pulse technology to deliver 1400–1800 pulses per minute, enhancing subgingival irrigation and contributing to plaque reduction and halitosis control. Backed by an American dental team, the C20 improves gum health, helps fight bad breath, and offers multiple cleaning modes for different oral care needs.
Clinical Recommendation
For orthodontic patients—especially those with low flossing compliance or sensitivity concerns—combining a water flosser such as the COSLUS E40 or C20 provides an effective and practical oral hygiene protocol.
While research into the long-term outcomes of these tools in plaque control and periodontal health continues, existing evidence supports integrating water flossers into home-care routines for patients with fixed orthodontic appliances.
Final Tips for Braces-Friendly Oral Care
Floss daily with a water flosser, especially after meals
Choose tools with adjustable pressure settings for gum comfort
Visit your orthodontist regularly for professional cleanings
Effective oral hygiene during orthodontic treatment remains a cornerstone of long-term oral health. While mechanical brushing is essential, adjunctive tools like water flossers, especially those aligning with clinical standards set by professional dental organizations such as the American Dental Association (ADA),can significantly improve plaque removal and patient compliance.
Designed to meet the standards of the ADA, the COSLUS E40 and C20 Water Flossers are currently in the certification process. These clinically approved devices offer tailored solutions for individuals with braces or gingival sensitivity, supporting clinicians’ efforts to minimize treatment-related complications and promote lasting periodontal stability.
About COSLUS
COSLUS is committed to making professional oral care accessible at home. Our water flossers are engineered in accordance with rigorous dental safety and performance standard. Trusted by dental professionals and users worldwide, COSLUS continues to deliver clinically driven innovation to support healthier smiles.
Every COSLUS product comes with a 2-Year Warranty, 30-day No-Hassle Returns, and 1-business-hour Customer Support Response during business days. Your satisfaction is always our priority.
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