Flossing every day is important, but doing it correctly is what makes it worthwhile. Maiden Lane Dental of New York, NY wants to share tips on how to floss correctly, as it is vital to the health of your teeth and gums.
Flossing your teeth should be done every day. It does not matter if flossing happens before you brush, or after, it is just important that it happens. Bacteria that get trapped can cause cavities in between your teeth. There are a lot of different flavors of floss, as well as waxed, non-waxed, and multi-filament or single-filament floss. All types will do the trick.
To start, get a good grip on the floss. Eighteen inches is recommended for good grip and for enough to use. A new section of floss should be used for each space. The floss should be slid in between two teeth and held in a curve around the tooth. Use a back-and-forth motion to move up and down the tooth, and make sure to rub both sides of the space. Floss in every space, do not skip any! Pay special attention to the molars, as they do most of our chewing.
For more instructions on how you can keep good oral hygiene, visit the Maiden Lane Dental website, www.maidenlanedental.com or give us a call at (212) 509-4585. Call or visit our website to schedule a cleaning at our New York, NY location.
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