ToothHugger Guide: Floss & Flossing
Flossing removes bacteria between teeth and is even more important that brushing. Learn to learn the floss.
Tips
- Floss before brushing and definitely before bed time.
- Tightly-spaced teeth: Use wax floss or dental tape. Use plant-based derivative wax (not petroleum).
- Loosely-spaced teeth: Use no-wax floss.
- For receded gums or low gum lines, a proxy brush is a great adjunct. Removes food particles that flossing cannot reach.
- Kids: Start them flossing at 8 years old.
