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Brushing your teeth alone only cleans about 60% of the surfaces of your teeth. Flossing is the ideal way to clean in between the teeth thoroughly, but for some, sticking with flossing can be difficult.
Here are five tips from our expert team on how to make flossing easier.
The more committed you can be to flossing your teeth daily, the more practice you will have to perfect your technique. Flossing once a day will allow for you to floss quickly and effectively, in addition to allowing your gums to adapt. After continuous flossing for one week, you will notice your gums stop bleeding, and flossing will become significantly more comfortable. After week two, flossing becomes incorporated into your oral hygiene routine, and you will no longer think of it as a chore, but as something you simply do like brushing your teeth before bed.
After one week of flossing, you will have the perfect technique. Until then, review this step-by-step guide to flossing your teeth correctly:
There are many different types of flossing products on the market. Finding the right kind of floss for your teeth can be tedious, but it’s essential to find something that works for you that is both convenient and effective.
Different types of dental floss products include:
Achieving a thoroughly clean surface on each tooth ensures you are applying a correct technique to your flossing routine. Each tooth should be cleaned with a fresh piece of floss. The best way to do this is to use at least 18 inches of floss each time you clean. Using the same piece of floss for each tooth can spread unwanted bacteria around your mouth and into your gum pockets.
Bleeding, sore gums are a sign of gingivitis and periodontal disease. However, if you’ve recently adding flossing to your daily routine, you may experience some minor bleeding and soreness after you floss. Experiencing this type of bleeding and discomfort is normal. However, if you’ve been flossing daily for a few weeks and are still experiencing gum soreness and bleeding, it’s time to schedule an appointment with Hoffman Dental Care for an examination. Dr. Hoffman can examine your gums to determine if there is a significant underlying issue, or if the bleeding and discomfort are linked to a poor flossing technique.
To schedule an appointment for an examination, teeth cleaning, or to better determine what type of floss is ideal for your teeth, call Hoffman Dental Care today.