Flossing

Why Bother To Floss ?

Periodontal disease is one of the most prevalent degenerative conditions in India, afflicting adults beginning in their late 20's. It is the disease that causes people to lose their teeth by slowly dissolving the supporting bone structure surrounding teeth. The most common symptoms of the disease are BAD BREATH and BLEEDING GUMS. Flossing is a simple oral hygiene procedure that, when performed daily, can insure healthy gums and teeth that last a lifetime. Experts say it's as indispensable to a healthy mouth as brushing, yet most people find it uncomfortable and don't do it regularly. Modern dentistry and dental products have begun to address the problem of plaque buildup which causes periodontal disease. New toothbrush designs, mouthwash and toothpaste formulations are being produced to specifically address the need for plaque reduction. Despite the boldly-advertised claims of these new products, a simple brushing and flossing regimen is the most effective way to reduce plaque and the problems it causes

Flossing The Right Way

Take a piece of floss (12-18 inches), and wind it around the index finger of each hand.

Grasp floss firmly between the thumb and index finger arriving at the flossing position.The fingers are separated by about an inch

Use the thumbs to guide the floss between the upper teeth and use the index fingers to direct the floss between the lower teeth.

Use the thumbs to guide the floss between the upper teeth and use the index fingers to direct the floss between the lower teeth.