At Dental Frost Center we teach all of our patients about the importance of regular brushing and flossing. A good dental hygiene starts with good brushing and flossing habits. Brushing is essential and necessary to remove plaque and food debris in your mouth. However, brushing alone isn’t enough. In fact, if you brush your teeth without flossing, you’re still leaving around 40 percent of the surface of your teeth uncleaned! Flossing removes small food particles that get trapped between teeth, where the bristle of your toothbrush can’t reach. Regular flossing can protect teeth from cavities and decay.
The American Dental Association recommends that you brush your teeth twice daily and floss once daily.
What floss should I use?
There are various floss products available on the market, whether it is a simple thread floss or floss made from eco-friendly silk, we recommend that you use flossing implement that works best for you and your budget.
To ask our team any questions about flossing or to schedule your next appointment, call our office today!
Place your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to your gum.
Brush gently in a circular motion.
Brush the outer, inner, and chewing surfaces of each tooth.
Use the tip of your brush for the inner surface of your front teeth.
Wind about 18 inches of floss around your fingers.Most of it should be wrapped around one finger, and the other finger takes it up as the floss is used.
Use your thumbs and forefingers to guide about one inch of floss between your teeth.
Holding the floss tightly, gently saw the floss between your teeth. Then curve the floss into a C-shape against one tooth and gently slide it beneath your gums.
Slide the floss up and down, repeating for each tooth.