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The Secret Tool Dentists Won’t Mention About Interdental Brushes (And Why You Should Use One Daily) When it comes to maintaining exceptional oral health, most people know brushing twice a day and flossing are essentials. But there’s a powerful, often-overlooked tool that dentists swear by—interdental brushes. Despite their proven benefits, many dental professionals reserve a “secret” between their professional cleanings: the interdental brush. In this article, we reveal the nursing secrets behind why dentists strongly recommend interceptidal cleaning with these tiny but mighty tools—and how they can transform your smile. ### Why Interdental Brushes Are Dentists’ Top-Secret Weapon Interdental brushes—small tufts of bristles designed to fit between teeth—outperform traditional floss in critical ways. Unlike floss, which can slipping awkwardly or tearing in tight spaces, interdental brushes glide smoothly to remove plaque, food debris, and bacteria from areas brushing alone misses. Dentists know full well that plaque trapped between teeth is a major cause of cavities, gum disease, and bad breath.