TePe Interspace™ is an angled single tuft pointed brush to improve cleaning in difficult areas to access. The removable brush tips can be attached to either side of the handle to change the angle of the brush head, giving better access for hard-to-reach areas. Yellow tips have soft bristles. Blue tips have medium bristles. TePe recommends using the soft texture on natural tooth structures and the medium texture on attachments for overdentures, orthodontic appliances, and other possible appliances. Ask your...

Tips for caring for your braces Develop routines, as schedules continually change during each season. Use fluoride toothpaste to make your teeth stronger. Use a mouthwash with fluoride, if possible after a snack or lunch, to help strengthen the teeth. When first getting the orthodontic appliance, serve soft food. Prepare a travel case with an extra set of oral hygiene products to bring to school or work. Stock up with orthodontic wax to prevent mouth irritations from sharp edges. If...

TePe® Implant Orthodontic Brush is specially designed for cleaning implants and orthodontic appliances.  There are two rows of soft bristles that create an extra narrow brush head, and it has a long, thin neck to facilitate cleaning around orthodontic appliances, as well as the narrow area where implants meet the gum line. The handle is broad for an easy grip and the neck can be angled in hot water for better access. Using the TePe® Implant Orthodontic Brush improves reach...

Your toothbrush only cleans 3 of the 5 surfaces on your teeth, leaving the 2 surfaces between the teeth ignored. Dental plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that constantly forms on your teeth. It must be removed regularly, or it can cause damaging gum inflammation, cavities, and bad breath.   Cleaning between your teeth, also known as interdental cleaning, is important because it cleans where a regular toothbrush simply cannot reach. It might not be FUN, but it is...

  TePe Universal Care™ specialty brush has a unique contra-angled handle to enable easy access for hard-to-reach areas and a slim brush design to fit in narrow areas. The angle of the neck is perfectly suited for the inside surfaces of the teeth. The bristles are end-rounded making it gentle on your gums. The angle of the neck of the brush can be adjusted in hot water.     It is optimal for implants, under bridges, retroclined teeth, lingual braces...

TePe® Interdental Brush Original comes in nine sizes, which might seem overwhelming at first.    When choosing your correct size there are many considerations. Please know the best sizing recommendation is from your dental professional. Each space between your teeth may be different, so you might need multiple sizes. The mixed pack of interdental brushes – Original, Angle and Extra Soft can help you discover which brush(es) work best for you. The bristles should fit snugly between the teeth and the wire should not touch...

Did you know that brushing alone only removes about 60% of the plaque on your teeth? The rest of the plaque is found BETWEEN your teeth. Dental plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that constantly forms on your teeth. It must be removed regularly, or it can cause gum inflammation, cavities, and bad breath.   Your toothbrush only cleans 3 of the 5 surfaces on your teeth, leaving 2 surfaces between the teeth ignored. Cleaning between the teeth, also...

TePe® Interdental Brush Original are small brushes specially designed to clean between your teeth, where a regular toothbrush does not reach. Since even effective brushing only removes about 60% of the plaque in your mouth, the rest is found BETWEEN your teeth! Interdental brushes are highly effective in removing dental plaque between teeth, plus interdental brushes are also often easier to use compared to other options, such as floss. In most cases, interdental brushes are the most efficient tool to prevent gum inflammation...