There are two main types of floss: nylon and filament. Nylon floss comes un-waxed, or waxed which offers flavored varieties. Filament floss tends to be more expensive, but it slides easily between teeth and doesn’t shred like nylon can. Both floss types are equally effective at removing plaque and food from between teeth.
To floss correctly, wrap about an 18” strand of dental floss around your index fingers, leaving about 1-2” of tight floss between them. Slide the floss up between the teeth using a back and forth motion. Create a “C” shape that scrapes the side of the tooth. Gently slide the floss up and curve it around the gum line.
Be careful to not jam the floss between the teeth or force it further than it naturally slides as you can bruise or even cut your gums. Adjust the floss on your fingers to create a clean 1-2” section of floss and repeat.
Floss teeth at least once every 24 hours for best results.
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