I'd like to floss but my lower teeth are very close together and so havent been able to floss without pain or nearly getting it stuck between my teeth. Is there any kind of super fine floss available or is flossing a no go for me?
2007-07-14 17:55:57 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Dental
Sounds like you may need braces. I would recommend having your teeth slenderized, but they will just move back together. You need to make sure you get something done so that you are able to floss. You don't want to end up with gum disease or perio problems. That can be expensive to fix. So you might as well go the braces route.
2007-07-14 18:43:09 · answer #1 · answered by Chapstick 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Floss comes in a variety of thicknesses. There is regular floss, fine and extra fine floss. As well there is waxed floss which helps in tight spots and keeps the floss from shredding, but then puts a fine wax coating on your tooth that then makes it easier for bacteria to stick back onto your tooth. Also there is a floss called Glide (at least there is in Canada) that slides through even the tightest of contacts.
2007-07-15 03:06:52 · answer #2 · answered by Dave F 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some teeth have tighter contacts than others. In these cases we use interdental cleaning aids. Your dentist or hygienist can better advise you on the cleaining aid you would require depending on the contact and the embrasures(space under the contact). Flossing technique is also just as important. Without the correct technique you will constantly be cutting and injuring your gums and doing more harm than good.
Good Luck
2007-07-16 08:14:54 · answer #3 · answered by KC 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get Glide floss. This is what my family uses now [in the US]and it's great for going between tight contacts. Be sure to floss 1x each day OK?
2007-07-15 07:23:04 · answer #4 · answered by docgobbler 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you are not in the habit of flossing you could have calculus (tartar) on the teeth preventing floss access. When did you last visit a hygienist for a scale & polish?
2007-07-15 09:23:49 · answer #5 · answered by Apollonia 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe try waxed floss, if you haven't all ready. Otherwise, maybe your dentist can help you out. Flossing is important.
2007-07-15 00:59:43 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
all brands are different, I'm sure the thin stuff will work...I have flossed all my life and have great teeth, do it!
2007-07-15 00:59:20 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
you may need braces to spread your teeth apart a little.........Good luck, dude.
2007-07-15 01:10:35 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋