There are a number of irrigators on the market, like the WaterPik and Hydro floss, that allow you to flush with an antibacterial solution. However, the simplest, and least messy, is a simple water irrigator that attaches to your showerhead and allows you to clean your mouth at the same time as you clean your body. Irrigating with water alone can reduce the bacterial load by as much as 50%.

You can find this product, called the Plaque Blaster, at mamagums.com. Sheila Wolf, Mama Gums, is a hygienist, author, and oral wellness coach. Her site contains a wide variety of books and oral health products, and a mass of useful information. Check it out.