Floss comes in a variety of materials and colors, but
essentially, it is a very thin cord you hold between fingers of
each hand and insert between adjoining teeth. The cord, or
floss, helps loosen debris by gently moving it up and down and
back and forth between the teeth. Flossing is a proven method
for loosening debris from hard-to-reach surfaces of your teeth
and gum lines. Next to brushing, flossing is a highly effective
method for removing plaque on tooth surfaces your brush can't
reach very well. Another benefit of flossing is increasing blood
circulation in your gums. Gum stimulation is a necessary means
of keeping your gum tissues healthy; strong gums are the
foundation of your teeth. How Often To Floss Our office
recommends that you practice flossing once a day. Many people
find that flossing at night is an easy bedtime routine;
moreover, night time flossing helps to protect your teeth during
sleep, when harmful plaque can do a lot of damage. Types of
Floss Dental floss comes in a variety of material