Flossing is one of the best things you can do to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Doing it is simple enough, but, as with most things, there is usually room for improvement. At Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper WY, we think trying out different types of floss is a good idea, and can help you do a better job.
The reason flossing is so important is that it removes plaque and food debris from between your teeth, where your toothbrush can’t reach. Left on the teeth, plaque hardens into floss and contributes to tooth decay. The Academy of General Dentistry goes so far as to call flossing the most important thing you can do to fight plaque.
What Kind Is Best?
When it comes to what dental floss to use, there is a lot to choose from. Flavored or unflavored? Waxed or unwaxed? Wide or thin?
No single type of floss is right for everyone. You might even benefit from having more than one kind in your medicine chest. With a little trial and error, you can narrow down your choices to find what works best for you.
Here are some things to bear in mind:
- Waxed floss fits more easily into tight spaces.
- Unwaxed floss tends to squeak against clean teeth, an indicator that plaque is gone.
- Wider dental tape may work better in gaps between teeth, and on bridgework.
- Use string floss that you can pull out in a long strand, as opposed to a flossing pick. Floss picks are popular, but with only a tight strand of floss, it’s all but impossible to wrap the string completely around your teeth. Picks are fine for when you’re on the go. Just be sure to use regular floss as part of your dental hygiene routine before bedtime.
Whatever your preference, the important thing is to floss at least once each day.
At Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper WY, we like to see you for a checkup every six months. People from Riverton and Douglas come to our office for family and restorative dentistry. Request your appointment today!
Contact Aspen Ridge Dental:
307-234-6054
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
1122 S Conwell St
Casper, Wyoming
82601
