Correct method of flossing ==================================== Flossing is an important oral health habit. It cleans and dislodges food stuck between the teeth, which reduces bacteria and plaque in the mouth. Plaque is a sticky layer that builds up on the teeth and contributes to cavities and gum disease. Gum. **Instructions for using dental floss** Remove about 18-24 inches of floss....wrap most of the floss around both of your middle fingers to hold the floss properly....leaving only about 1-2 inches of floss for your teeth. Next, hold the thread firmly with your thumb and forefinger. Place the floss between two teeth..slowly pull the floss up and down and rub it on both sides of each tooth..don't floss in your gums..it can scratch or bruise your gums. When the floss reaches your gums, bend the floss at the base of the tooth to form a C shape. This allows the floss to enter the space between your gums and teeth. Repeat the steps as you move from tooth to tooth....with each tooth, use a new, clean section of floss. ### Time to use dental floss Knowing the right time to floss also helps with oral health....some people usually brush their teeth first and then floss....however, it is generally recommended to floss and then brush your teeth. Flossing helps lift and loosen food and plaque stuck between your teeth, while brushing removes these particles from your mouth.. If you brush first and then floss, food and plaque will remain in your mouth until the next time you brush. The American Dental Association recommends flossing at least once a day and brushing your teeth twice a day. ### types of dental floss There are different types of dental floss. Which type of dental floss is best for you depends on your preferences, the amount of space between your teeth, and whether you have braces or bridges. Some types of dental floss are easier to use in larger spaces, while other types of dental floss can be used in tighter spaces. **tooth strip** This type of floss is wider and smoother than a ribbon, making it easier to work with if you have braces, gaps, or large spaces between your teeth. ##### **standard dental floss** This is a thin nylon string that can be placed between the teeth.... comes flavored or unflavored as well as waxed or unwaxed.... If your teeth are crowded or closer together, wax coated floss is easier to fit. ###### **Super thread** This floss can work with braces, bridges, and gaps... This floss has three components: the stiff end for flossing under the appliance, the sponge floss for cleaning around the appliance, and the regular floss for removing plaque below the gum line. **Click to book an appointment online!!!**

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