If you are focusing on the basics, everything else is just "extra, but it still helps," Rosenberg said.
Here's how to navigate strange tools in the toothpaste channel:
Gum massager. These tools can be used alone and you can find them at the end of some toothbrushes. Rozenberg said that they stimulate the gums to toughen the tissue so they don't easily bleed. Massage your gums once a day.
Tongue scraper. These remove the bacteria from the tongue, but the toothbrush can do the job. Make sure to scratch every day for best results.
Interdental brush. The brushes of these small duct cleaners are bent at right angles so they move between the teeth above the gums. They are ideal for people in areas where it is difficult to clean with ordinary toothbrushes and dental floss, such as bridges.
toothpick. Avoid them. Rosenberg said that they can make gums hurt. Use dental floss to remove food between teeth.
