The whats, hows and whys of dental floss explained

1. What is dental
floss?
The whats, hows and
whys explained

2. What is dental floss?
Dental floss is a special
tool, a thin thread
generally made of plastic
or nylon which is placed
between the teeth and
pulled to clean the gaps
between the teeth. As
the thread is pulled, it
removes food particles
and other debris which
may have got stuck
between teeth.

3. Thread or ribbons
Dental floss is available at
most supermarkets and
pharmacies and comes in
the form of plastic or
nylon thread or ribbons.
Ribbons are preferred by
those who find flossing
uncomfortable as they are
softer. Ribbon floss is
recommended for those
whose gums may ache or
bleed during flossing.
Thread floss
Ribbon floss

4. Automatic flossers
Automatic flossers
suit those who find
it difficult to perfect
their flossing
techniques. When
turned on and
brought into contact
with one’s teeth, it
would use a nylon
filament to clean the
spaces between
teeth.

5. Without flossing…
If left in their nooks
and crevices, food
particles can rot,
resulting in plaque
and bacterial build-up
as well as unsightly
looking teeth. It
could lead to tooth
decay and cavities,
bad breath and gum
disease.

6. For more information on flossing, call
German Dental & Neuromuscular Clinic
at Unit 1002 Cluster W, Tiffany Tower,
Jumeirah Lake Towers in Dubai, UAE.