How to Floss
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Use a gentle sawing motion to insert the floss between your teeth.
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Now pull the floss against the tooth. Move the floss gently under the gum until you feel the pressure.
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Curve the floss around the tooth in a C-shape (hug the tooth).
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While holding the floss firmly against your tooth, scrape the plaque from the side of your teeth and away from the gums with an up and down motion.
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Rinse your mouth with water and throw away the used piece of floss.
*Another way to remove plaque between teeth is to use a dental pick- a thin plastic or wooden stick. These picks can be bought at drugstores and grocery stores.
