It Is Time to Get Into Water Flossing

Here are some thought-provoking statistics from the U.S. to give greater perspective to the importance of dental health. Among other things, these factoids illustrate the never-ending, unremitting nature of maintaining proper oral hygiene. The data below shows the kinds of trouble areas experienced by people of all ages. Maybe it is time to get into water flossing.

Some Stats

• 50 to 80% of U.S. adults have dental anxiety.
• 50% of Americans visit the dentist less than once every 6 months.
• 15-20% of adults from 33 to 44 years of age have some form of gum disease
• 27% of adults between the ages 20 and 64 have untreated tooth decay.
• Fewer than 1/3 of adults 65 and older have dental insurance.
• Cavities are one of the most common chronic diseases in U.S. children.
• Approximately 17% of the U.S. population has had a cavity by age 17.
• Approximately 20% of children aged 5 to 11 have at least one untreated decayed tooth (13% of teens young people aged 12-19)
• Only 13.5% of Americans floss every day.
• 20% of adults only floss when they have something caught between their teeth.
• 30% of adults between ages 65 and 74 have no natural teeth.( https://www.dentaly.org/us/dental-facts-statistics/)

Solution: Improved Oral Health Through Water Flossing

It’s no secret that the key to better oral health and less dental disease entails a strong oral hygiene regimen. This includes regular dentist visits, daily brushing, and flossing. Most people find traditional flossing to be difficult and time-consuming. However, water flossers such as the Aquapick AQ-230 and AQ-350 can give the task of managing oral health a powerful assist. They actually make flossing fun. When people find flossing enjoyable, they are more likely to do it. Increased frequency produces dramatic, transformative effects on the health of gums and teeth. The ultra-fine, 0.6mm water streams produced by the portable, cordless AQ-230 and the space-saving, countertop AQ-350 have easily adjustable modes, ensuring thorough cleaning between teeth and below the gum line. Water flossers like the AQ-230 and AQ-350 from Aquapick, can go a long way toward improving oral health statistics like the above-mentioned! Learn more about Aquapick.