Why Toothpicks Aren’t the Best Way to Clean Teeth

March 11, 2023

Filed under: Uncategorized — smilesracine @ 7:18 pm
Someone holding a toothpick and covering their mouth

When you’ve just finished a meal, there’s nothing that feels better than being able to get all the gunk out from between your teeth. It’s also a great way to keep the buildup of plaque under control, so wanting to get nice and clean is a good instinct to have.

You might think that a toothpick is a good way to do that, but in truth, there’s a real chance of them doing more harm than good for your smile. Here’s why and what you should use instead.

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