1, choose the appropriate dental floss: choose the dental floss that suits you. Dental floss is usually divided into two types: reel type and dental floss rod type. The reel dental floss needs to be cut into proper length by itself, and the dental floss stick has been made in advance, which is more convenient to use.
2. Correct thread holding posture: The thread holding posture is very important for cleaning effect. Cut the reel floss to a suitable length, or pick up a floss stick. Tighten the floss with the index finger and thumb of both hands, leaving a length of about 1-2 cm.
3, cleaning the teeth: when cleaning the teeth, you should do the action of sawing into the teeth before and after, and reach the lowest position of the gums. Then pull the two ends of dental floss to one side of the tooth, cling to the surface of the tooth, wrap it in a C shape, and lift it up and down repeatedly to scrape off the dental plaque on the surface of the tooth. Repeat 3-5 times for each part. Then, stick dental floss close to the adjacent surface of the other tooth, wrap it around the adjacent tooth in an inverted C shape, and scrape off dental plaque up and down. Make sure to clean every tooth. Finally, when taking out dental floss, you need to do a sawing action and pull it out slowly.
Benefits of flossing:
1. Remove dirt and bacteria from the crevices of teeth: dental floss can easily enter the crevices of teeth to remove dirt and bacteria that are difficult to remove with a toothbrush. These dirt and bacteria may cause problems such as bad breath and tooth decay, and flossing can effectively prevent these problems.
2. Prevention of oral diseases: Flossing can remove dirt and bacteria from the gaps between teeth, thus helping to prevent oral diseases, such as periodontitis and gingivitis. These diseases may cause toothache, tooth looseness and other problems, and even need treatment in severe cases.
3, improve the level of oral hygiene: using dental floss can clean the mouth more thoroughly and improve the level of oral hygiene. This can not only prevent oral diseases, but also help to keep healthy. Studies have shown that flossing can also reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Flossing is very important for maintaining oral health, preventing oral diseases and improving oral hygiene. In order to protect oral health, it is recommended to floss every day.