Big smile flossing

The surfaces that are between teeth are not easily accessible to a tooth brush; therefore, the best way to clean them is by flossing. The frequency of flossing is like brushing and ideally after each meal, though one time a day (before going to bed) is the minimum necessary.

Our Cameron Park doctor understands your need to know how to floss and care for your teeth properly. We’d be happy to sit with you and show you the proper techniques to assure you have the freshest and cleanest mouth. At Sierra Dental we strive to answer all your questions and keep our dental fees within your budget. We offer an x-ray, exam and cleaning special along with other discounts.

To start, cut a piece of dental floss (approximately 2 feet). Wrap both sides of the floss around your middle fingers. Using your index and thumb, glide the floss in between all your teeth one by one. When flossing, make sure you are not cutting your gums. The goal is to clean the teeth surfaces, not the gums. In the space in between teeth, press the floss against each side of the tooth (hug the tooth) and gently move it back and forth and up and down. Then move to the opposite surface of the adjacent tooth.

If you have any questions about flossing techniques and you live in or around Cameron Park, give us a call today! We’re located in the Safeway Shopping Center off highway 50.

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