Cosmetic Family Dentist - Dan Burgmeier

Home > How To's > Flossing Technique

Flossing Technique

First, take a piece of floss about 20-24+ inches in length
Wind the floss around your 2 middle fingers and grasp 1/2 inch of floss tightly between your thumbs and forefingers.
Insert the floss between your teeth carefully
Hold the floss taught and curve it around one of the teeth.
Scrape the floss up and down against one tooth and then the other (not in a sawing motion)
The main purpose is to remove the film of plaque on your teeth, not just food particles!
Using a new part of the floss, continue flossing, even tooth surfaces which have no tooth next to them.
Rinse thoroughly to remove any loosened particles.

TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT CLICK HERE

What if I can't seem to floss?

There are several flossing devices available today which, when used properly, can help. If you are interested in these products, please ask our office during your appointment so that we can show you how to use them without damaging your gums. Difficulties in flossing also arise from problems such as rough or worn fillings or heavy calculus buildup. We can also show you special techniques for flossing underneath bridges.

See our 'HOW TO BRUSH' page as well!