Using a flosser effectively involves a seesaw motion and attention to both sides of each tooth.
Here's how to properly use a flosser (specifically referencing a floss pick, as indicated in the reference material):
- Grip the Flosser: Hold the flosser handle firmly.
- Guide Between Teeth: Gently guide the floss pick between your teeth. Avoid snapping the floss down onto your gums.
- Seesaw Motion: Once the floss is between your teeth, use a gentle seesaw (back and forth) motion to move the floss up and down against the side of each tooth.
- Clean Both Sides: Make sure to clean both sides of each tooth. Curve the floss into a "C" shape against one tooth, slide it gently under the gumline, and then repeat on the adjacent tooth.
- Move to the Next Tooth: Remove the floss from between your teeth and repeat the process for each tooth, using a clean section of the floss if available (some floss picks may not offer this).
By following these steps, you can effectively remove plaque and debris from between your teeth and along the gumline, contributing to better oral hygiene.
