The Truth About Flossing Your Teeth (Hint: Alternatives To Floss)

Brushing isn't enough!
But the answer isn't to just pick some random floss and never forget to floss again.
In this video, Dr. Michelle answers the question "Do I need to floss?", and offers a variety of effective alternatives to keep your smile sparkling clean and your gums healthy. If you hate flossing or just want to learn some natural alternatives or why we need to floss - this video is for you!
Learn about:
- The importance of cleaning between teeth: Discover why removing plaque and bacteria from those hard-to-reach spaces is crucial for oral health.
- Floss myths and alternatives: Explore different flossing options, including traditional floss, floss holders, and water flossers. Dr. Michelle also unveils gentle techniques to avoid gum damage.
- Choosing the right tool for you: Whether you have tight spaces, bridges, or simply dislike traditional floss, Dr. Michelle provides solutions to fit your needs and preferences.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction: Flossing myths and the importance of cleaning between teeth
02:30 Flossing Techniques & Alternatives: Learn proper flossing technique (avoiding the "sawing" motion) and discover alternative tools like floss picks and interdental brushes.
05:00 Protect Your Gums: Dr. Michelle emphasizes the importance of gentle care for your gums and explains how to avoid gum recession.
08:10 Water Flossing: Pros, Cons, and Different Options: Explore the benefits and drawbacks of water flossers, along with various models including shower-mounted versions.
11:22 Choosing the Right Floss & Troubleshooting: Dr. Michelle helps you select the best floss for your needs and offers solutions for floss that gets stuck.
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Dr. Michelle Jorgensen is an author, speaker, teacher, biologic/holistic dentist, and health and wellness provider. After practicing traditional dentistry for 10 years, Michelle became very sick. Through her own path to return to health, she discovered she had mercury poisoning from drilling out mercury fillings for her patients.
This path led her to discover ways to improve her family’s and her own health in all facets of life. She found answers in the kitchen, in the garden, and at home. She has found what it takes to Live Well, in today’s world, and now with Living Well with Dr. Michelle, she wants to share those ways to Live Well with you. Join Dr. Michelle on a journey of searching, seeking answers, and finding hope.
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[@00Jay00]

I'm surprised these videos aren't gaining more traction, it's great info. I love seeing more professionals coming out, and providing information / advice, that's contrary to what you get with conventional dentistry!
I avoided dentists for so many years, because it wasn't easy to find providers that agreed with this more holistic and natural approach, so it's great to see it becoming normalized and available.
For my gums, I oil pull with sesame, coconut, or wheatgrass a few times per week. I also alternate every couple days, between non toxic floss, and the water flosser (with distilled water and a little baking soda). When I eat fruit, maple syrup, acids, etc, I rinse. It seems to be doing the trick.

[@LivingwellwithDrMichelle]

Thank you! We're working on getting them out there. Share with friends and family to help!

[@soldierfields3204]

I use a miswak stick 💪

[@ciskokidd5980]

Sure enjoy your simplified country like productions. Thank you

[@LivingwellwithDrMichelle]

Thank you!!

[@barbnxo]

Great informative video!

[@LivingwellwithDrMichelle]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed!

[@denisebarbieri4910]

Thank you for all of this information. I really appreciate it. How can I purchase your the bamboo charcoal floss and can you provide a link to the shower water pik please.

[@LivingwellwithDrMichelle]

Yes! The bamboo floss is on our site: livingwellwithdrmichelle.com Same with the shower waterpik. It's under the "favorite" section of the site.

[@00leilani]

How far up should you go in your gums for flossing ? When I go for teeth cleaning usually my back teeth pockets measure a 4 and they say I need too do better in flossing too remove bacterial that’s up there that’s why my gums are inflamed at times . What is your suggested please

[@joesielskisr4911]

I seems to everything and going to the Periodontist and dentist have it seems taken me broke

[@tcspersonal7889]

Why didn't you talk about the Reach tool. It's the only way I was able to make myself floss after I painfully learned my lesson in 2003 upon losing a tooth to breakage. (And I don't use them just once!)

[@kathleenr.4379]

What do you suggest for people who have tight spaces in the majority of their mouth? Natural floss breaks for me.

[@LivingwellwithDrMichelle]

Maybe try a shower flosser? There is one on my site livingwellwithdrmichelle.com under the section "dental favorites"

[@wayfaringcatholic]

Wouldn't the wax prevent the charcoal from absorbing our toxins?

[@joesielskisr4911]

How about electric or battery toothbrush

[@LivingwellwithDrMichelle]

I talk about that in this video! Watch the whole thing!

[@ellebelle6410]

No need for the music.