Daily flossing is an important part of your oral health care routine to help remove the plaque from these areas where a toothbrush doesn’t completely reach. But to truly reap the benefits, you need to use a proper flossing technique. As much as Dr. Dennis Morehart loves to see you in his office, he would rather you understand the proper flossing technique to eliminate bacterial buildup in your mouth that can eventually lead to cavities, bad breath, and gum disease.
- Start with 18” of floss. Wind most of it around one of your middle fingers and the rest around the same finger on your other hand.
- Hold floss tightly with about 1” of floss between your hands. Glide floss between teeth with a gentle sawing motion.
- Hold the floss against each tooth, gently scraping the tooth’s side while moving the floss away from the gum. Repeat on all teeth, including the very back ones.
If you haven’t flossed recently, your gums may feel sore or bleed. However, don’t worry. After five or six days, you’ll remove the built-up bacteria and your gums will feel great.
If you need assistance with your oral hygiene routine or have questions about flossing, please give us a call. To learn more about services provided at the practice, visit www.eniddentalcare.com for more information. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS in Enid, OK, call 580-237-2213.
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