How do you floss with floss?

To effectively floss with floss, you need to wrap the floss around each tooth and clean above and below the gum line.

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to floss correctly:

1. Prepare the floss: Break off about 18 inches of floss. Wrap most of the floss around your middle fingers, leaving a couple of inches to work with.

2. Guide the floss: Hold the floss tautly between your thumbs and forefingers. Gently guide the floss between your teeth using a sawing motion. Avoid snapping the floss into your gums.

3. Wrap and Clean: When the floss reaches the gum line, curve it into a "C" shape against one tooth. Gently slide the floss into the space between the gum and the tooth.

4. Move the floss: Move the floss up and down against the tooth, removing plaque and debris. Remember, the floss should clean above and below the gum line, as noted in the reference.

5. Repeat: Repeat the process for each tooth, using a clean section of floss for each tooth. Don't forget the backs of your rear teeth.

6. Rinse: Rinse your mouth out after flossing to remove any dislodged plaque and food particles.

By following these steps, you can effectively remove plaque and debris from between your teeth and along the gum line, promoting good oral health.