Flossing

Flossing is a very important daily step in maintaining good oral hygiene. Dental floss is a thin string that can be waxed, unwaxed, plain or flavored. The technique can be awkward to do at first, but with practice, flossing will become easier and together with brushing, should be a part of ones daily routine.

The proper technique used in flossing is to wrap the floss between the thumb and forefinger of both hands and beginning with the molars, wrap the floss around each tooth, working it up and down several times on each side of the tooth. This motion will remove food particles and more importantly, it will remove the plaque that builds up. Flossing may cause some minor bleeding at first but after a few times, the bleeding should stop. Flossing should be done at least once a day, in order to keep your teeth and gums healthy.


NYC Office Info

18 East 48th Street
Ste 1602
New York, NY 10017
Phone: (212) 223-3800

Monday:
10:00AM-6:30PM
Thursday:
10:00AM-6:30PM
Friday:
10:00AM-6:00PM

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West Nyack Office Info

384 Strawtown Rd
West Nyack, NY 10994
Phone: (845) 353-3816

Wednesday:
9:00AM-6:00PM

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