Teens & Braces
Water flossing in adolescents with braces
In teens with fixed braces, a water flosser was over 3× more effective than string floss (and 5× more than brushing alone) at reducing plaque.
Read the study →What the research actually says about water flossing.
Real, peer-reviewed studies — not marketing claims. Here's the evidence behind cleaning between kids' teeth.
Gums & Plaque
Water flossing reduces inflammation and plaque
Over four weeks, adding water flossing significantly reduced gum inflammation and plaque compared to brushing alone.
Read the study →Orthodontics
Oral irrigators for orthodontic patients
Pooling multiple trials, water flossers improved gum health and oral hygiene in patients wearing braces.
Read the review →Comparison
Water jet vs. string floss with fixed braces
A head-to-head trial comparing water-jet flossing with interdental floss for keeping teeth clean around fixed appliances.
Read the study →Authority
The ADA on water flossers
Water flossers that earn the ADA Seal of Acceptance are tested to be safe and effective at removing plaque and helping reduce gingivitis.
Read the ADA page →JolieSmile is a water flosser. These studies examine water flossing generally — including in teens and orthodontic patients — not this specific product. Individual results vary.