Floss Directory
Flossing is an important part of your daily oral hygiene ritual. When used properly, dental floss can help reduce the risk for various types of dental diseases and cavities. Dental floss is made from various products that are either waxed or unwaxed and come in various widths. Depending on the gaps you have between your teeth, choosing the right dental floss will help you get the most out of flossing. Along with the various widths, you can choose from eco-friendly floss, floss string, or floss picks that are designed to hold the floss. Find out more about dental floss, how to floss, and the benefits you get from this important part of your dental hygiene.
Medical Reference
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Circle Method for Using Dental Floss
Use a piece of floss about 12 in. (30.48 cm) long. Tie the ends together, forming a loop. If the loop is too large, wrap the floss around your fingers to make it smaller.The circle method for flossing upper teeth. The circle method for flossing lower teeth. Gently work the floss between the teeth toward the gums. Curve the floss around each tooth into a U - shape, and gently slide it under the gum
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How to floss between the teeth
Illustration copyright 2003 Nucleus Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. http://www.nucleusinc.comGently work the floss between the teeth toward the gums. Curve the floss around each tooth into a U - shape, and gently slide it under the gum line. Move the floss firmly up and down several times to scrape off the plaque. Popping or snapping the floss in and out between the teeth without scrapin
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Finger-Wrap Method for Using Dental Floss
Illustration copyright 2000, 2003 Nucleus Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. http://www.nucleusinc.comCut a piece of floss to long. Wrap one end around your left middle finger and the other end around your right middle finger, until your hands are about to apart.Gently work the floss between the teeth toward the gums. Curve the floss around each tooth into a U - shape, and gently slide it .
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How to use a flossing tool
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The Right Way to Floss
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