Also how do you floss properly?

Question

I didn't get the full picture from the back of the pack. Are you supposed to do back teeth. Can anyone explain?

Answer 1

Proper Flossing

Flossing is an essential part of the tooth-cleaning process because it removes plaque from between teeth and at the gumline, where periodontal disease often begins.

If you find using floss awkward or difficult, ask your dental hygienist about the variety of dental floss holders or interdental cleaning devices that are available.

Wind 18" of floss around middle fingers of each hand. Pinch floss between thumbs and index fingers, leaving a 1"- 2" length in between. Use thumbs to direct floss between upper teeth.

Keep a 1" - 2" length of floss taut between fingers. Use index fingers to guide floss between contacts of the lower teeth.

Gently glide the floss down between two teeth, using a side-to-side sawing motion. Contour floss around the side of the tooth.

Pull the floss tightly into a C shape around the side of your tooth, and slide it under the gum line. Floss each tooth thoroughly with a clean section of floss.

The floss will 'tell' you that you have removed all the plaque by squeaking a little as it rubs against your tooth.

Repeat the process on both sides of "every" tooth, using a fresh section of floss each time.
It's normal for gums to bleed a bit when you first start flossing. After a week or so of daily flossing, the bleeding should stop.

There are many types of floss on the market today - waxed and unwaxed; fine floss and dental tape; flavored and unflavored. Each are equal in their ability to remove plaque from between your teeth. We would be happy to recommend a floss that is well suited to the conditions in your mouth.


Difficult Areas
Flossing Around Braces Is ImportantIf you have areas that are difficult to clean with floss, you may need to use either Superfloss or a floss threader. Both are inexpensive and easy to use, and will make flossing hard-to-reach places easier. They are particularly useful under bridges and between the bands and wires on braces.

Superfloss
Superfloss is Great For Wider Gaps Between TeethSuperfloss has an end that is stiff, so it threads easily through tight areas. It also has a fuzzy, tufted segment that helps remove plaque and food particles as you floss. Superfloss is used the same way as regular floss, except you thread it between your teeth by inserting it from the side, next to the gumline. Slide the Superfloss under your bridge or your archwire, pull into a C shape and floss both sides of every tooth.

As Superfloss is thicker than regular floss, it is easier to floss teeth that are next to a wider-than-normal gap, and it decreases the time necessary to properly clean these larger tooth surfaces. Since Superfloss is sturdier, it is also a good choice if the floss that you currently use shreds when you run it between your teeth.
Ask your Dentist about it.

Floss threaders
A Floss ThreaderA floss threader helps you maneuver regular dental floss through tight spaces under bridges and braces. Pull about 18 inches of regular floss through the loop of the floss threader. Then insert the opposite end of the threader under the bridge or up to the braces until the floss is where you want it to be, and pull into a C shape, cleaning both surfaces of every tooth. Rinse with plenty of water when you are finished.

Oh and don't forget there are "water-picks" that do the same job. But...that's a different story
Happy Smiles to you:)

Answer 2

Floss by putting the stuff in between teeth gaps thoroughly

Answer 3

Try using young hedgehogs, the older ones may be painful & not fit in your mouth

Answer 4

just do it where bits of food are stuck, it's unlikely it'll be in your molar (back) teeth - if it does, just brush them (with or without toothpaste)

Answer 5

Are you retarded? How can you not know how to floss properly?