Teeth Floss

Proper flossing removes plaque and food particles
in places where a toothbrush cannot easily reach —
under the gumline and between your teeth.
Because plaque build-up can lead to tooth decay
and gum disease, daily flossing is highly
recommended.
To receive maximum benefits from flossing, use the
following proper technique:
Starting with about 18 inches of floss, wind most of
the floss around each middle finger, leaving an
inch or two of floss to work with
Holding the floss tautly between your thumbs and
index fingers, slide it gently up-and-down between
your teeth
Gently curve the floss around the base of each
tooth, making sure you go beneath the gumline.
Never snap or force the floss, as this may cut or
bruise delicate gum tissue
Use clean sections of floss as you move from tooth
to tooth
To remove the floss, use the same back-and-forth
motion to bring the floss up and away from the
teeth
What Type of Floss Should I Use?
There are two types of floss from which to choose:
Nylon (or multifilament) floss
PTFE (monofilament) floss
Nylon floss is available waxed and unwaxed, and in
a variety of flavors. Because this type of floss is
composed of many strands of nylon, it may
sometimes tear or shred, especially between teeth
with tight contact points. While more expensive,
single filament (PTFE) floss slides easily between
teeth, even those with tight spaces between teeth,
and is virtually shred-resistant. When used
properly, both types of floss are excellent at
removing plaque and debris.
Use about 18" of floss,
leaving an inch or
two to work with. Gently follow the
curves of your
teeth. Be sure to clean beneath
the gumline, but avoid
snapping the floss on the
gums.
Av fun flossing.
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