Q1. What is ‘dental floss?’

A1. Dental floss is a thin string or thread which is used to clean between the teeth and around the gum line. It removes food particles from between the teeth – which a toothbrush is unable to do so and helps reduce the risk of gum disease and tooth decay.

It works well when used as part of a daily dental hygiene routine.

FAQS Index:

Dental Floss FAQs - A Guide to Dental Floss

1. What is ‘dental floss?’
2. Should I floss?
3. What are the benefits of flossing?
4. Are there any risks with flossing?
5. Can I floss if my teeth are too close together?
6. My teeth have gaps between them, can I use dental floss?
7. What types of floss are there?
8. Which floss is right for me?

9. How much does floss cost?
10. How do I use floss?
11. Q11. I brush my teeth every day; do I need to use floss?
12. Does flossing hurt?
13. I have arthritis and find it difficult to floss; is there an alternative?
14. What is ‘Glide?’
15. What is a ‘flossing aid?’