{"id":18244,"date":"2022-11-03T07:26:15","date_gmt":"2022-11-03T07:26:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/?p=18244"},"modified":"2022-11-03T07:26:28","modified_gmt":"2022-11-03T07:26:28","slug":"dental-floss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/en\/dental-floss\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental floss: discover its usefulness and instructions for use"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"meta\"><div class=\"meta__users\"><\/div><div class=\"meta__date-modified\">Updated:&nbsp;<span>November 3, 2022<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Depositphotos_178670384_s-2015-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"dental floss\" class=\"wp-image-13240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Depositphotos_178670384_s-2015-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Depositphotos_178670384_s-2015-254x170.jpg 254w, https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Depositphotos_178670384_s-2015.jpg 499w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption>Flossing is essential for good oral hygiene.  <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Flossing is still largely unknown in France, even though <strong>it is highly effective<\/strong>. It is an essential complement to the toothbrush and should ideally be used by everyone, once a day.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/en\/\">Nutrident<\/a> explains the benefits of dental floss, and how to use it properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_33_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Contenus<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1'><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/en\/dental-floss\/#Why_is_cleaning_with_a_toothbrush_not_enough\" title=\"Why is cleaning with a toothbrush not enough?\">Why is cleaning with a toothbrush not enough?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/en\/dental-floss\/#What_does_flossing_do\" title=\"What does flossing do?  \">What does flossing do?  <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/en\/dental-floss\/#How_to_choose_your_dental_floss\" title=\"How to choose your dental floss?  \">How to choose your dental floss?  <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/en\/dental-floss\/#How_to_use_the_dental_floss\" title=\"How to use the dental floss?\">How to use the dental floss?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/en\/dental-floss\/#Should_I_floss_before_or_after_brushing_my_teeth\" title=\"Should I floss before or after brushing my teeth?\">Should I floss before or after brushing my teeth?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_cleaning_with_a_toothbrush_not_enough\"><\/span>Why is cleaning with a toothbrush not enough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tooth cleaning is essential to maintain good oral hygiene and avoid developing cavities or other infections. The toothbrush is an indispensable &#8220;tool&#8221;, but not sufficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, dental plaque and food debris must be completely eradicated to prevent bacteria from attacking the teeth. However, the brush cannot reach every corner of the mouth, especially in the gaps between the teeth. This is especially true for people with tightly packed teeth: food debris gets stuck between the teeth, and even the pulsating jet can't dislodge it. Only flossing is effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_flossing_do\"><\/span>What does flossing do?  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental floss, also known as floss, is a very strong thread sold in spools. Passing it between the teeth helps dislodge food debris stuck between the teeth. It also helps to scrape the surface of the tooth and remove plaque before it turns into tartar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Reservations about flossing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>However, flossing should be used with caution, as you can injure your gums. Therefore, it should not be used by people with <a href=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/omega-3-maladies-parodontales\/\">periodontal disease<\/a>. It is not recommended (or even forbidden) for people with fragile gums. Ask your dentist for advice if you are concerned or if you have bleeding gums when using it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_choose_your_dental_floss\"><\/span>How to choose your dental floss?  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find dental floss spools in pharmacies, parapharmacy, supermarkets and online. The rates differ from one medium to another, but it never represents huge sums. There are several types.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/fil-dentaire-nutrident-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"dental floss\" class=\"wp-image-13260\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/fil-dentaire-nutrident-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/fil-dentaire-nutrident-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/fil-dentaire-nutrident-254x169.jpg 254w, https:\/\/nutrident.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/fil-dentaire-nutrident.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption>There are several types of dental floss.  <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3>Unwaxed dental floss<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Unwaxed dental floss is made of twisted nylon strands. It slips easily between the teeth, but has a tendency to fray or even break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Waxed dental floss<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Waxed floss is the same as the previous one, but with a thin layer of wax that prevents it from fraying or breaking. The disadvantage is that it doesn't fit as well between clenched teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Dental tape<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental tape is a flatter, wider floss, waxed or unwaxed, that is more practical for people with wider spacing between their teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>PTFE dental floss made of polytetrafluoroethylene<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>PTFE &#8211; made from the same high-tech fabric as Gore-Tex &#8211; glides better and is more resistant to fraying and breaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>The super floss<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are high-end dental flosses that have a rigid section on each end for a better grip. They are often used for people who wear braces or non-removable dentures that are complicated to clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_use_the_dental_floss\"><\/span>How to use the dental floss?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Flossing is easy to use, it's just a matter of getting in the habit. Start by cutting a piece of about 50 centimeters, because you will use a section for each gap to clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a good grip, wrap the wire around your index fingers, keeping the gap less than an inch. Don't leave more space available, otherwise you have less control over the path of the wire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gently slide the wire between two teeth. It should not abut against the gum, in order not to brutalize it. Once the wire is between the teeth, move back and forth horizontally against one of the teeth to scrape it and remove anything that may be stuck to its surface. Then scrape the other tooth. You should never make a vertical back and forth movement that will saw your gums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When finished, move to the next gap, shifting the wire between your fingers to use a new, clean section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you've gone around your jaw, rinse your mouth with water to remove any tiny residue that may remain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a video to better understand how to floss:  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_floss_before_or_after_brushing_my_teeth\"><\/span>Should I floss before or after brushing my teeth?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a good idea to floss before and after brushing depending on the case. Generally, you brush and floss your teeth. However, especially for people with particularly crowded teeth, it may be more appropriate to use it before brushing, when food debris is stuck and the toothbrush alone will obviously not be able to dislodge it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It's up to you to decide when the time is right for you.<\/p>\n<div class=\"article-data before-content\"><div class=\"article-data__date\"><div class=\"article-data__date-modified\"><time class=\"published\" datetime=\"2022-11-03T07:26:15+00:00\">This article was originally published on&nbsp;<span class=\"2\">November 3, 2022<\/span>&nbsp;and was most recently updated on&nbsp;<span>November 3, 2022<\/span><\/time><br><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"user-info\"><\/div><!--copyscapeskip--><div class=\"medical_references\"><div class=\"medical_references__heading\"><span>Medical Sources<\/span><\/div><div class=\"medical_references__list\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.colgate.fr\/oral-health\/brushing-and-flossing\/how-to-floss\">Use Colgate floss properly.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kin.es\/fr\/como-utilizar-el-hilo-dental\/\">How to use the dental floss?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><!--\/copyscapeskip-->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Updated:&nbsp;November 3, 2022 Flossing is still largely unknown in France, even though it is highly effective. It is an essential complement to the toothbrush and should ideally be used by everyone, once a day. Nutrident explains the benefits of dental floss, and how to use it properly. Why is cleaning with a toothbrush not enough? 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