Floss removes plaque and debris that adhere to teeth and gums in between teeth, polishes tooth surfaces and controls bad breath. By flossing your teeth daily, you increase the chances of keeping your teeth for a lifetime and decrease your chance of having periodontal (gum) disease and tooth decay. The main purpose of flossing isn’t to remove food from the teeth. It’s to get rid of plaque. At Bridge Smile Dental Group P.A we’ve heard the excuse, “I don’t know how to floss,” but we’re here to put an end to it by providing you with the proper flossing technique.
- Wind 18 inches of floss around middle fingers of each hand. Pinch floss between thumbs and index fingers, leaving a one-to-two-inch length in between. Use thumbs to direct floss between upper teeth.
- Keep a one-to-two-inch length of floss controlled between fingers. Use index fingers to glide floss between contacts of the lower teeth.
- Gently guide floss between the teeth by using a zig-zag motion and be sure to contour floss around the side of the tooth.
If you need assistance maintaining your oral hygiene routine, give us a call. To learn more about the services we provide, visit www.bridgesmilesdental.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Bridge Smile Dental Group P.A. in Somerville, NJ, call 908-725-0400.
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