Sunday, May 16th, 2010
Knowing that you should floss daily is one thing – but few people know how to do it effectively to get the best results and protection for their teeth. The right technique is essential for preventing gingivitis, build up of plaque and other oral issues.
These are basic guidelines that can ensure that your mouth is healthy and that you’re also happy wih your smile:
1. Make sure you clean below the gum line – ensure you get the area of the teeth around and below the gum line to remove harmful plaque build up
2. Keep the pressure on your teeth - sometimes people aggravate their gums by pressing too forcefully against them. Instead, pressure of the floss should be placed against the side of the teeth while flossing
3. Recognize it if your gums bleed - bleeding gums usually indicate that you’re not flossing often enough; it’s a sign that your oral health is failing and you need to step up your routine
Via: Animated Teeth
Tags: flossing techniques, flossing tips, oral health, using floss
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