Step 1: Pull out and cut off the reel of floss about 18 inches (45cm) Step 2: Wrap the ends around your two index fingers, and stretch it between them, so it is fairly taught, leaving about 6 inches between the two fingers. Step 3: Gently position the floss in between teeth, flex the floss slightly so it cups around the edge of one tooth in an C like shape. Move the floss up and down to get rid of plaque. Repeat this for the tooth on the other side of that same gap. Step 4: Repeat this for the tooth on the other side of that same gap. Step 5: Repeat this process for all teeth and gaps in the mouth. Step 6: Dispose of the floss.
Do we need to floss if we use this this Oral b interspace/interdental brush? Replacement brush head: th-cam.com/video/4z9hJejB1BQ/w-d-xo.html Brushing instructions: th-cam.com/video/8fZtHG6MtwQ/w-d-xo.html
İn life's steam in all stress , job , school i couldnt understand that health either just brush your fucking teeth with tooth paste and if toothpaste has a mint aroma i thought i cleaned really well it s so fucking clean that tastes in my mouth freshin mint smells
What’s funny is that. With my luck, I got a toothache when this Virus happened. So just last week I got a dentist appointment for me to be flossing and stuff and they will remove my wisdom teeth 🦷
The Loyal Shinobi Three weeks ago when I went to the dentist I thought it was only in my two bottom wisdom tooth and I went and they said it would be best to take out all four and that was three weeks ago and I’m still waiting for a callback they gave me medicine for this
👄I challenge everyone out there to try flossing your teeth for 30 days. You can do anything for 30 days and I can tell you how much more confident you will be that your breath is not offensive and how it will prevent all kinds of other dental problems. - Dr. Lisa Germain (sending full support) 🦷🦷🦷
I flossed my teeth for the first time today and holy crap I didn't know the spaces in-between my teeth were that stinky, I was very surprised, im going to floss regularly now and see if my breath improves.
This should be taught in Kindergarten and Grade/Elementary schools because many parents don't even know how to brush and floss their own teeth much more to teach their children!
@@mintymonkey7603 Schools teach hygiene, aren't it? I remembered when I was a toddler, my mom brushed my teeth, cleaned my tongue, showered me, dressed me, and combed my hair. When I was old enough to properly hold a toothbrush, she taught me to do it myself, but she'd stand there watching until I was done. Whenever I didn’t do it correctly, she'd take the toothbrush from me and showed me how it was done. I can't recalled how old I was when I began doing all those things correctly for myself. Our school teacher also taught us hygiene. Every morning was an inspection line-up. Our hair had to be neatly combed, teeth and tongue had to clean, fingernails well trimmed, uniform neatly pressed, and our white sneakers had to be cleaned and white, "not grey or black!" Every teacher in our school did the same with their students. Btw, dentists also came to our school (all children were scared to see that big blue van), every few months to check our teeth, and we never had to pay for anything!
This video was extremely helpful. I hate flossing but after my dentist appointment today she definitely recommended me to do it more often but the proper way. I was so use to using the wax ones with the handle but she preferred the string floss which I hate.
@@itsyourgirlzuzu me too… when it gets stuck I feel like screaming… one time I ran to my dad like a little girl and I was crying cause I though I would pull my tooth out 😂it was horrifying.
thank you for posting this. i struggle a lot with my mental health which has really impacted my oral health. i really want to get better about it so thank you again for this educational video, it was very helpful!
I hate my younger self so damn much. I was fat. Lazy. Unhygienic. And my teeth were no exception. Now however- I’m fit - well toned even. Maintain a very healthy diet. Workout and train regularly. Extremely active. I’ve literally turned everything about myself around. However... I cannot escape my teeth. I was able to repair and solve the major issues through a ton of fillings and two extractions but damn, it’s just disappointing to keep the reminder of my old self. Also after the extraction, I’m not sure if I was meant to have additional aid however the teeth in front of the ones that were extracted almost immediately came backwards and ruined my smile and bite. Was I meant to have support for this like braces or Invisalign? Either way, I can’t stress this enough for younger teens- take damn good care of your teeth! Everything else can be reversed with hard work- but teeth? Nope! It’s expensive as hell and "fixing" them can even create more problems than what you began with. Take. Care. Of. Your. Teeth. Please.
Literally I have the exact same story as you and am currently turning my life around to undo all the damage. If I ever have kids I'm gonna make sure they dont make the small mistakes, especially with their teeth
I have a disabled relative who's never wanted to learn to floss untile now, so I'm teaching him. This tutorial helped give him an idea on how it looks, so thank you!! I'm sure with practice and guidance, he'll be able to floss more thoroughly
Ever since few women have told me that I have a such beautiful smile, I took care my teeth more, brush them twice a day now. I went to a dentist few days, and he told me '' you have very good and healthy teeth, if u want to keep them healthy, you should floss also.
After a recent dental cleaning, bleeding gums and bad breath have brought me to flossing on a regular basis. Let’s see if I get the technique down, or switch to the sticks or water jet. Thanks for the very informative video.
OliGirls Tales your not gonna accidentally pull out a tooth 😂 your teeth have really long roots so there’s probably not even 1% chance of doing it I’m no expert but I went to the dentist and my roots were huge 😂
Started brushing my teeth twice every day far later then I should’ve. Now I’m beginning flossing for the first time. Make sure you guys take care of your teeth and don’t get a expensive bill like I have
@@broes that makes no sense. Why would you get all of the debris and plaque off of every other part of your teeth just to floss afterwards and then fall sleep with debris sitting everywhere from flossing after you brush? Just doesn’t make sense.
Most of asian household don't have a dental floss and didn't even know what flossing is..we only use toothpick when something stuck between our teeth and regular toothbrush to clean our mouth...Lately I kind of take notice about my oral hygiene,might try flossing soon..hope it's not that chaotic for first timer lol..
Great video. I, like many others arrived here after getting some very overdue and needed work carried out on my teeth at the dentist yesterday. Flossing was also recommended to me. Are there major advantages with using a water or air-based electric flosser, or does the traditional manual floss suffice? Having a huge water device in the bathroom seems a bit cumbersome. Thanks!
Great question. There is a much longer answer, but the short answer is floss and/or interdental brushes are generally considered best and will more than suffice. if you do want to see the arguments for and against each, check our our article: www.electricteeth.com/interdental-cleaning-floss-vs-interdental-brushes/
@@ElectricTeeth Very helpful, thanks! Will try standard floss to begin with. How often do I need to use more floss? Is six inches sufficient for a whole session, or will I need a further six inches for each new "gap" I clean?
Same here but I find it so difficult, especially with my back teeth and my gums are constantly bleeding. I can't even find debris between my back teeth and it's just hurting.
Ok I'm buying a water flosser thanks to this vid! Always avoided flossing as my teeth are tight together and its scary when the floss rips and gets stuck inbetween my teeth, so a water flosser will hopefully be ideal.
@@breadcake7913 it's not necessary, taking too much care of your teeth may harm them, I would recommend just following this video and the one about brushing so you don't over do it
I'm terrible at flossing. I have gone periods of months without flossing and the bleeding is so dramatic. Have been flossing daily for the last week or so and it has stopped bleeding.
@@diya_adhikari depends how much ive been slacking on the regiment. Remember, results depends on repetition. Your find will get stronger the more you do it.
@@ElectricTeeth thank you and must not be lazy as it is very important. Have a long awaited dental appointment in March and don't want a bollocking to from my dentist 🤣🤣🤣
Haha. Well they only want what is best for you. If your appointment is in March you have about 4 weeks of regular flossing to make big improvements. They will probably be able to tell it is a relatively new habit, but should give you praise nonetheless.
Water flossing DOES NOT replace string flossing. Of course, water flossing is better than not flossing at all. Ideally, you should use both. I use a water flosser before brushing, then string floss afterward. When you use string floss after brushing your teeth, you're spreading the flouride toothpaste between your teeth. It's all personal preference, I suppose.
Thank you very much for this video 😇 However i would recommend anyone not to use jet floss. My friend was using it to but later his dentist told him the enamel layer of your teeth is been washed out and now they are more prune to damage. Its better to use a normal floss then a jet one 🥳 Thank you for showing me the technique 🤟🏻
Very random, but the reason I've started flossing is because of my grandma. She's currently 86 years old, doesn't have dentures, and flosses every single day
I've been hearing two sides for flossing. One being before brushing to get everything out then brush so toothpaste can get in between teeth better. The second way being brush first, floss after and the floss would be simultaneously getting everything out while pushing the toothpaste in between you teeth and gums better. Then let's say you use an anti cavity mouthwash after so either way food is getting out of your teeth. Is there a better way or is it a continued debate?
Great question. This is one that isn't talked about all that much and the honest answer is that either is fine as long as you do it at least once a day. Our preference would be before bed.
I chew xylitol gum after every meal.. My teeth have become superwhite after 2weeks since I started. Some studies say it's more effective than flossing as they kill bacteria that produce acid in your mouth. What do you think?
Chewing gum can have benefits. A study has shown that chewing gum *_could possibly_* have the same advantage as brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing regularly. However, the likes of the American Dental Association make it very clear that this should not replace these vital procedures. They recommend brushing twice a day with fluoride toothpaste to remove plaque from the tooth surface and flossing regularly to remove these bacteria from between the teeth.
Well then you would regrets later as even after brushing twice and using mouthwash my back tooth is sensitive to hot and cold..so flossing is essential
i believe i am starting to develop the very first stages of gum disease. what should i do to prevent it from further getting worse and to stop it now before it is too late. thank you so much!
Hi Victoria. Bleeding of the gums or red and puffy gums are usually (but not always) the only sign of gum disease. The main thing to do is brush twice a day, for at least 2 minutes each time and with the correct brushing technqiue. You should then floss at least once a day too. Using a manual or electric toothbrush is fine, but if you have or can use an electric, it might be a bit more effective, removing more of the plaque that causes the irritation of the gums. You then want to ensure you are using the correct brushing technique. Here are a couple of videos to guide you. th-cam.com/video/SBETJnUwwwc/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/vcbBWs5WPu4/w-d-xo.html This video shows you how to floss. Keep this up and within 2 weeks you should begin to see improvement. If you do not see improvement and you are experiencing pain etc you should speak to your dentist.
I floss morning and night and after eating, so several times a day. I use a Sonicare 2-3 times a day. My dentist said if I get a water flosser I can get into the missed spaces! So instead of adding another thing on my counter I’m trying the All in One toothbrush head by Philips to target the area. I’m surprised with using double time on my brushing and excessive flossing and rinsing I still miss some area of my teeth.
Interesting. I am somewhat surprised. Water jets can reach areas you might be missing with floss, but it's unlikely to make a big difference to the results you are getting. If you are doing everything 'right', which it sounds like you are it's a little uncommon to suggest. Did your dentist suggest you are missing a lot of areas or have a lot of plaque buildup? Have you had your flossing technique checked by a dental professional?
Yes you can. There is some argument that the effectiveness of the water flosser would be reduced as the majority of plaque and bacteria build-up will have already been removed. But, if you are happy to invest the time, then no issues with this.
Fort the first time ever I have started flossing. I floss after each and every meal, even after eating snacks. And boy did my bad breath went away. Now there's a pleasant smell coming out of my mouth from time to time. This is Iike the best thing I've done in a very long time. By the way, I use this one 3:39
Im super scared of dentist. Im super insecure for my teeth i hate and love them. I got super many products and still manage to nor overbrush them I use diffrent mouthwashes on a regular base and sometimes some with chlorhexidingluconat. But I hate flossing and cant keep it up on a regular base. I do not know why it take me this long to hear about this Water flossing but im so so grateful THANK YOU SO MUCH
For real tho--I recently went to see my dentist for a cleaning, and there's quite a bit back there that she encouraged me to be more careful and do so too.
I am not sure how long you have been using floss, but maybe try giving it a bit more time to get used to it? If it has been a coupe of weeks already then it is unlikely to get much easier. Sticking with string floss will be better for the environment, than preloaded floss. But, ultimately you need to opt for the tool that is going to ensure you floss regularly and correctly and that may well be the preloaded floss.
Well, I heard that water flossers don't really replace regular flossing, but in my experience I rarely had anything come out with plastics after I used water flossers
How long should you floss for? I feel like I'm spending way too much time in the bathroom JUST flossing before a brush even goes anywhere near my mouth. Also, if you're not supposed to reuse the same piece of floss, why on earth do those floss sticks exist? Do you just rinse it? Is that safe/hygienic? Or are you supposed to use a fresh one for each tooth which seems super wasteful to me..?
Once you have perfected flossing, it should really only take about a minute or so to do the whole mouth as a very rough guide. Using interdental brushes can be easier and quicker, if this is something you haven't tried. You can reuse floss, but usually, you will pull out a length of floss and as you move around the mouth use a fresh part of that length of floss between each tooth. Aim to use a new piece of floss, each session, for example, ideally don't use the same floss morning and night. But you can use the same piece of floss for the whole morning flossing session. If the floss is damaged, like it rips or shreds, then you might want to get a new piece.
@@ElectricTeethOnly one minute? It takes so long for me to get the floss between my teeth without cutting my gums because they are very close, it takes at least 8 minutes. Even the dentist needed some time to get it in
I have seen kids as young as 4 years old with cavities in between teeth. I always recommend flossing as young as 3 or 4 yrs, especially if they have tight contacts between the teeth.
@@ElectricTeeth I have the parents do the flossing at that young age. Make it a game, use stickers as reward, play some music the kids enjoy. I always speak with the kids and tell them that every night mom or dad will floss their teeth like I just did. Sometimes I say tooth fairy specially recommended it for you . A bit of imagination, entertainment and distraction will go long way.
I'd recommend a water flosser if you have misaligned teeth. Also it may be worth looking into getting them straightened as they may cause other gum related issues
Maybe a stupid question, but I will ask anyway :) If I buy the water flosser do you still recommend using first standard flossing followed by water flossing and then brushing my teeth? I am asking this because I've read in a few places that water flossing CAN'T fully replace standard flossing. I don't know if that's true or not :) Should I first use interdental brushes followed by the water flosser and then brush my teeth with an electric toothbrush? Would that be the best option in your opinion? Thank you in advance for your answer!
Hey, no such thing as a stupid question. I could go into a long ramble here, but I will keep it short. 😀 If you want to use a water flosser, the ideal routine would be interdental brushes > water flosser > electric toothbrush. Many professionals would argue water flossing is no replacement to string floss or interdental brushes. This is because you are not getting the physical/mechanical contact with the teeth. Realistically water flossing is a useful additional tool. Interdental brushes are 'the best' if you were to rank them. Water flossing only is better than no flossing at all.
@@ElectricTeeth Thank you very much! So I don't need to use standard flossing anymore if I decide to switch to interdental brushes if I understood you correctly? :)
Question! For the pre-loaded flossets, do I have to grab a new one for each tooth? So I won't be spreading the debris to my other teeth? Or can I use the same one for all of my teeth?
Use the same one for all your teeth. The passing of the floss through the interdental spaces, should free up any debris and that should then be cleared away with brushing. If you notice a buildup on the string, give it a wipe or a rinse to refresh it if you prefer.
If you are struggling you might want to look at interdental brushes on long handles. The TePe Angle brush for example will help you reach the very back.
My dentist reccomend me to use small interdental brush together with normal brush and mouth wash. İs it better to use dental floss or interdental brush? Thanks.
More eco-friendly options are becoming available. A couple of examples are: Georganics Silk Floss and Woobamboo Biodegradable Silk Dental Floss You can't typically recycle the floss itself but the packaging often can be. There are an increasing number of dental recycling schemes coming online, for example Philips Dental Care recycling - www.electricteeth.com/uk/philips-dental-care-recycling/
Great question David. Most professionals would say yes, flossing with string/tape floss is better than a water flosser as you have the physical contact of the floss with the teeth. So if you can do this, then it is better. If however using a water flosser is more convenient for you and means you are more likely to floss than perhaps not at all or very rarely, then use the water flosser. A happy medium might be a combination of both. As for flossing before or after, debate will always range on about this too. Our view is better before. But ultimately either is better than not at all.
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Step 1: Pull out and cut off the reel of floss about 18 inches (45cm)
Step 2: Wrap the ends around your two index fingers, and stretch it between them, so it is fairly taught, leaving about 6 inches between the two fingers.
Step 3: Gently position the floss in between teeth, flex the floss slightly so it cups around the edge of one tooth in an C like shape. Move the floss up and down to get rid of plaque. Repeat this for the tooth on the other side of that same gap.
Step 4: Repeat this for the tooth on the other side of that same gap.
Step 5: Repeat this process for all teeth and gaps in the mouth.
Step 6: Dispose of the floss.
Do we need to floss if we use this this Oral b interspace/interdental brush?
Replacement brush head: th-cam.com/video/4z9hJejB1BQ/w-d-xo.html
Brushing instructions: th-cam.com/video/8fZtHG6MtwQ/w-d-xo.html
Wetting the floss with water before use can make the flossing easier and smoother,from my personal experience
Does this hurt?
@@bayraqoman625 thx for this tip
@@aarohimishra4466 No,not at all😂
Took me two years of a pandemic to finally search this up.
HAHAHA true
Me and you both
are you in the future, because the second year just started when you wrote this comment
@@patats5885 we're still in the 14 days to flatten the curve
its only been 1 year
Day 50 of isolation: I have shown higher concern for my oral health and have started flossing regularly
İn life's steam in all stress , job , school i couldnt understand that health either just brush your fucking teeth with tooth paste and if toothpaste has a mint aroma i thought i cleaned really well it s so fucking clean that tastes in my mouth freshin mint smells
What’s funny is that. With my luck, I got a toothache when this Virus happened. So just last week I got a dentist appointment for me to be flossing and stuff and they will remove my wisdom teeth 🦷
For me, Tartar started to build up so here I am trying to keep it under control until I can visit a dentist.
The Loyal Shinobi Three weeks ago when I went to the dentist I thought it was only in my two bottom wisdom tooth and I went and they said it would be best to take out all four and that was three weeks ago and I’m still waiting for a callback they gave me medicine for this
I'm flossing three times a day .
👄I challenge everyone out there to try flossing your teeth for 30 days. You can do anything for 30 days and I can tell you how much more confident you will be that your breath is not offensive and how it will prevent all kinds of other dental problems. - Dr. Lisa Germain (sending full support) 🦷🦷🦷
Thanks Dr. Germain, I'll give it a try
I flossed my teeth for the first time today and holy crap I didn't know the spaces in-between my teeth were that stinky, I was very surprised, im going to floss regularly now and see if my breath improves.
@@bluntbeagle797 damn, you're making me wanna floss
I brush my teeth before bed and sometimes in the morning is this enough? I need to start flossing regularly.
@@Random-sk6hm what are you here for then
I am surprised nobody taught this to me in school.
Yeah but 1066 though.
@@JB-mg1vf lol
But your dentist does so why tf should this be taught in school?
@@colahunter8180 I just thought basic elements of daily life such as this must be a thing in schools. It is in fact necessary.
@@nofearwriting8892 so you do not go to a dentist?
This should be taught in Kindergarten and Grade/Elementary schools because many parents don't even know how to brush and floss their own teeth much more to teach their children!
should be taught by the parents schools don't need to teach everything and they already got enough to do.
@@mintymonkey7603
Schools teach hygiene, aren't it?
I remembered when I was a toddler, my mom brushed my teeth, cleaned my tongue, showered me, dressed me, and combed my hair. When I was old enough to properly hold a toothbrush, she taught me to do it myself, but she'd stand there watching until I was done. Whenever I didn’t do it correctly, she'd take the toothbrush from me and showed me how it was done. I can't recalled how old I was when I began doing all those things correctly for myself.
Our school teacher also taught us hygiene. Every morning was an inspection line-up. Our hair had to be neatly combed, teeth and tongue had to clean, fingernails well trimmed, uniform neatly pressed, and our white sneakers had to be cleaned and white, "not grey or black!" Every teacher in our school did the same with their students.
Btw, dentists also came to our school (all children were scared to see that big blue van), every few months to check our teeth, and we never had to pay for anything!
Who came here after their dentist told them to start flossing
Yep lol 😂
me hahah
Mines told me to start as soon as I got home lol
yup same
Don don don don don.
This video was extremely helpful. I hate flossing but after my dentist appointment today she definitely recommended me to do it more often but the proper way. I was so use to using the wax ones with the handle but she preferred the string floss which I hate.
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Always feel like the string is going to chop my fingers off! 😩
@@itsyourgirlzuzu me too… when it gets stuck I feel like screaming… one time I ran to my dad like a little girl and I was crying cause I though I would pull my tooth out 😂it was horrifying.
thank you for posting this. i struggle a lot with my mental health which has really impacted my oral health. i really want to get better about it so thank you again for this educational video, it was very helpful!
🫂🫂 same, I am here after an embarrassing period with bad oral hygiene too! We got this!
You're not alone, friend. I'm in the same boat as you.
me too :’)
Same here! Glad we’re all in the struggle together 🥲
That's great that you're taking steps to improve your mental health, keep it up!
I hate my younger self so damn much.
I was fat.
Lazy.
Unhygienic.
And my teeth were no exception.
Now however-
I’m fit - well toned even.
Maintain a very healthy diet.
Workout and train regularly.
Extremely active.
I’ve literally turned everything about myself around.
However... I cannot escape my teeth.
I was able to repair and solve the major issues through a ton of fillings and two extractions but damn, it’s just disappointing to keep the reminder of my old self.
Also after the extraction, I’m not sure if I was meant to have additional aid however the teeth in front of the ones that were extracted almost immediately came backwards and ruined my smile and bite.
Was I meant to have support for this like braces or Invisalign?
Either way, I can’t stress this enough for younger teens- take damn good care of your teeth!
Everything else can be reversed with hard work- but teeth? Nope!
It’s expensive as hell and "fixing" them can even create more problems than what you began with.
Take. Care. Of. Your. Teeth.
Please.
Great words.
Braces would have been good
Literally I have the exact same story as you and am currently turning my life around to undo all the damage. If I ever have kids I'm gonna make sure they dont make the small mistakes, especially with their teeth
@@Random-sk6hm same
Same issues here! :( I'm in my 20s but still suffer the consequences of not taking care of my teeth as a teen.
I have a disabled relative who's never wanted to learn to floss untile now, so I'm teaching him. This tutorial helped give him an idea on how it looks, so thank you!! I'm sure with practice and guidance, he'll be able to floss more thoroughly
“when something’s really long, it’s hard to get it inside your mouth”
And i live by that 😩
That's what she said
@@Janaale More like, Phrasing.
😏
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Ever since few women have told me that I have a such beautiful smile, I took care my teeth more, brush them twice a day now. I went to a dentist few days, and he told me '' you have very good and healthy teeth, if u want to keep them healthy, you should floss also.
I use to absolutely hate flossing but this quarantine has me doing it daily. I’m obsessed
After a recent dental cleaning, bleeding gums and bad breath have brought me to flossing on a regular basis. Let’s see if I get the technique down, or switch to the sticks or water jet.
Thanks for the very informative video.
Thats the same reason why i started flossing, hows it going so far?
I never thought I'd see the day I look up how to floss......
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Now i already have gingivitis, learning for the first time to floss teeth🤦♀️ i hope this works
Same but honestly its time to fix my life. I've lost weight and now its time for my teeth
I moved recently to electric brushing as well as water flossing, and I have never felt my teeth any cleaner.
Great to hear. What products are you using Sanae?
I'm using the Oxyjet cleaning system + Pro 2000 toothbrush of Oral-B
I floss my teeth with a water pick, but for me it doesnt clean that well. I like a normal floss string better.
If using the water floss, brush first, so you don't push the plaque up in the gums with the water pressure.
@@seiny790 sonicare is way better. The noise of oral-b is atrocious.
Anyone else find flossing hard?
I do. It is not the easiest task, but the small struggle is worth it for a clean and healthy mouth.
I find it terrifying,the thought of accidental pulling a tooth out has kept me away from it.
OliGirls Tales your not gonna accidentally pull out a tooth 😂 your teeth have really long roots so there’s probably not even 1% chance of doing it I’m no expert but I went to the dentist and my roots were huge 😂
OliGirls Tales be gentle tho 😂
@@anaaa5592 Thank you,will do
after going to the dentist i now realize how important it is to take care of our teeth. i now floss on a daily basis
Good work. 👍
Started brushing my teeth twice every day far later then I should’ve. Now I’m beginning flossing for the first time. Make sure you guys take care of your teeth and don’t get a expensive bill like I have
I always thought flossing would be after brushing, thank you for the info
You should, that's what my dentist told me at least. The fluoride from the toothpaste kills the bacteria in between your teeth by flossing.
@@broes that makes no sense. Why would you get all of the debris and plaque off of every other part of your teeth just to floss afterwards and then fall sleep with debris sitting everywhere from flossing after you brush? Just doesn’t make sense.
@@ArchMannarino I brush then floss and at the end use mouthwash. Based on my teeth condition it works really well.
Most of asian household don't have a dental floss and didn't even know what flossing is..we only use toothpick when something stuck between our teeth and regular toothbrush to clean our mouth...Lately I kind of take notice about my oral hygiene,might try flossing soon..hope it's not that chaotic for first timer lol..
Yess I'm an Asian too! Just got my first ever floss pack an hour ago and I'm so excited to start taking serious care of my teeth!
Great video. I, like many others arrived here after getting some very overdue and needed work carried out on my teeth at the dentist yesterday. Flossing was also recommended to me. Are there major advantages with using a water or air-based electric flosser, or does the traditional manual floss suffice? Having a huge water device in the bathroom seems a bit cumbersome. Thanks!
Great question. There is a much longer answer, but the short answer is floss and/or interdental brushes are generally considered best and will more than suffice.
if you do want to see the arguments for and against each, check our our article: www.electricteeth.com/interdental-cleaning-floss-vs-interdental-brushes/
@@ElectricTeeth Very helpful, thanks! Will try standard floss to begin with. How often do I need to use more floss? Is six inches sufficient for a whole session, or will I need a further six inches for each new "gap" I clean?
You should be able to use just 1 piece of floss per session. If you need to use more you can. 👍
first time I flossed, its a way of life, I feel different
Flossing is actually a great time killer, lol. I'm having fun doing every then and now.
No one really taught me correct way, thank you doctor
Same. My dentist was nice and taught me. I’m 17😅
I am taking my braces off soon after having them for over three years and decided to keep my "new" teeth as healthy as it gets 🤣
This is a plan we support!
My biggest regret is not wearing my retainer.. l
I just got my braces yesterday and doctor advised me to floss everyday to keep everything clean
@@ronixdash123 how do you floss with braces on? I never did when I had mine
@@MrKfloz I didn’t do either, but I always brush after each meal so that keeps my teeth and braces clean
I wish I watched this earlier.. But I guess its not too late to save my teeth🙂
better late than never
Same here but I find it so difficult, especially with my back teeth and my gums are constantly bleeding. I can't even find debris between my back teeth and it's just hurting.
@@alessbritish228 i think the more you floss the less it hurts over time and it doesn't bleed as much. my back teeth bleed too
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TIP:
Make a knot in your floss string..So you have good grip. (My floss string always slips holding it like the video shows or hurts my fingers).
Ok I'm buying a water flosser thanks to this vid! Always avoided flossing as my teeth are tight together and its scary when the floss rips and gets stuck inbetween my teeth, so a water flosser will hopefully be ideal.
I never knew you’re supposed to get right up beside the gum. Thank you!
That water flosser looks so cool
It took me almost two years of this pandemic to finally watch & learn how to floss...
Wasn't anything else left?
Day 199 of quarantine and I'm just now learning you're supposed to floss before you brush...
Never too late to learn.
I'm 24 and I just flossed for the first time in my life!
WHAT THE FUCK
I started at 27 never too late.
@@1990hennesy what the fuck
I have never
Recently heard about it
Flossing is so important. My teeth are fine but I found out that I have 13 small cavities in between my back teeth due to me never flossing.
Yup lol I have 7 found out today. Gonna start now
I’m lucky I only have four. Once they get removed, I will brush 2 or 3 times a day and floss twice a day!
@@breadcake7913 it's not necessary, taking too much care of your teeth may harm them, I would recommend just following this video and the one about brushing so you don't over do it
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@@Nathan-xt6mp I found out i had 8 about 1 month ago, i was so distraught
I'm terrible at flossing. I have gone periods of months without flossing and the bleeding is so dramatic. Have been flossing daily for the last week or so and it has stopped bleeding.
Do you also experience bleeding when you firstly floss your teeth.
Im abt to floss my teeth im scared abt the bleeding 😭
@@diya_adhikari depends how much ive been slacking on the regiment. Remember, results depends on repetition. Your find will get stronger the more you do it.
I don't floss enough and have just started recently, very informative video thank you .
Thanks Tony. Starting is better than not. Keep it up you will only be benefitting yourself.
@@ElectricTeeth thank you and must not be lazy as it is very important. Have a long awaited dental appointment in March and don't want a bollocking to from my dentist 🤣🤣🤣
Haha. Well they only want what is best for you. If your appointment is in March you have about 4 weeks of regular flossing to make big improvements. They will probably be able to tell it is a relatively new habit, but should give you praise nonetheless.
@@ElectricTeeth thank you let's hope so watch this space ..🤣
Water flossing DOES NOT replace string flossing. Of course, water flossing is better than not flossing at all. Ideally, you should use both. I use a water flosser before brushing, then string floss afterward. When you use string floss after brushing your teeth, you're spreading the flouride toothpaste between your teeth. It's all personal preference, I suppose.
"when something's really long it's hard to get it inside your mouth" hahahahahaa
Going to the dentist tomorrow and I wanna impress my dentist 🙂
So, how was it?
@@cuteagrawal full of tartar and lubricious matter.
Same here I want to impress my dentist
@@jeevithakitdal4983 be careful what you wish. There is a very thin line (made of viscous particles) between impressing and shocking.
If u wanted to impress them, you should have looked up this video/started flossing sooner than a day before ur appointment lol
Thank you very much for this video 😇 However i would recommend anyone not to use jet floss. My friend was using it to but later his dentist told him the enamel layer of your teeth is been washed out and now they are more prune to damage. Its better to use a normal floss then a jet one 🥳 Thank you for showing me the technique 🤟🏻
When you say 'jet floss' do you mean a water flosser?
@@ElectricTeeth Yes i am not 100 % sure but the pressure on that particular jet was very high due to which the enamel got washed out with it 😕
Very random, but the reason I've started flossing is because of my grandma. She's currently 86 years old, doesn't have dentures, and flosses every single day
1:10 "that's what" - she
LFMSMSKSKAKAKAK
Laughs in Michael Scott.
"when something's really long, it's hard to put it inside your mouth".
LMAOOOOOOOO
Great video, Doc! KRISS emphasized that regular flossing is crucial for good oral hygiene. Now I'm flossing daily using a water flosser.😀
I floss 3x a week, is that okay? I have sensitive gums, everytime i floss they bleed..
That's good to know. BTW who is Kriss?
@@rienne89 Me too, i floss everyday but it still bleed.
kriss? is that a youtuber??
Good to read. Who is Kriss?
1:11 when something's really long it's harder to get it inside your mouth
A classic.
well .. thats what she said
I've been hearing two sides for flossing. One being before brushing to get everything out then brush so toothpaste can get in between teeth better. The second way being brush first, floss after and the floss would be simultaneously getting everything out while pushing the toothpaste in between you teeth and gums better. Then let's say you use an anti cavity mouthwash after so either way food is getting out of your teeth. Is there a better way or is it a continued debate?
Continued debate. Simply put doing either is better than nothing.
I love this kind of internet dental information because no-one tells me the right way to do it. At least my country Japan. common! dental industry!
how come I've never known about flossing my entire damn life?
Hello! I have a question, do you recommend flossing in the morning or before bed ?
Great question. This is one that isn't talked about all that much and the honest answer is that either is fine as long as you do it at least once a day. Our preference would be before bed.
Thank you so much. U explained really very clearly. I got bleeding and I got scared . Thank you for clear explanation ❤️
"remove about 6 inches worth"
*pulls over 1ft of floss*
Every time 🤣
YOOO BRUH!!
1:11
I GOT THE "THAT'S WHAT SHE SAID JOKE!!"
About to comment that 😂
I chew xylitol gum after every meal.. My teeth have become superwhite after 2weeks since I started. Some studies say it's more effective than flossing as they kill bacteria that produce acid in your mouth. What do you think?
Chewing gum can have benefits. A study has shown that chewing gum *_could possibly_* have the same advantage as brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing regularly. However, the likes of the American Dental Association make it very clear that this should not replace these vital procedures. They recommend brushing twice a day with fluoride toothpaste to remove plaque from the tooth surface and flossing regularly to remove these bacteria from between the teeth.
Thank you!
bruh the dance move is easier than this 😭
True
But you need more money
SHUT THE FUCK UP AND STOP RUINING EVERY COMMENT SECTION THAT MANIPULATIVE GAME SENT YOU AT
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Ok, I brush my teeth twice a day and use mouthwash regularly, but I don't floss, am I the only one? 😂😂💔
same here
Shiet, same brotha
I floss everyday but I never use mouthwash, is that okay ?
Mouthwash isn't essential
Well then you would regrets later as even after brushing twice and using mouthwash my back tooth is sensitive to hot and cold..so flossing is essential
i believe i am starting to develop the very first stages of gum disease. what should i do to prevent it from further getting worse and to stop it now before it is too late. thank you so much!
Hi Victoria.
Bleeding of the gums or red and puffy gums are usually (but not always) the only sign of gum disease.
The main thing to do is brush twice a day, for at least 2 minutes each time and with the correct brushing technqiue. You should then floss at least once a day too.
Using a manual or electric toothbrush is fine, but if you have or can use an electric, it might be a bit more effective, removing more of the plaque that causes the irritation of the gums.
You then want to ensure you are using the correct brushing technique. Here are a couple of videos to guide you.
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This video shows you how to floss.
Keep this up and within 2 weeks you should begin to see improvement. If you do not see improvement and you are experiencing pain etc you should speak to your dentist.
I floss morning and night and after eating, so several times a day. I use a Sonicare 2-3 times a day. My dentist said if I get a water flosser I can get into the missed spaces! So instead of adding another thing on my counter I’m trying the All in One toothbrush head by Philips to target the area. I’m surprised with using double time on my brushing and excessive flossing and rinsing I still miss some area of my teeth.
Interesting. I am somewhat surprised.
Water jets can reach areas you might be missing with floss, but it's unlikely to make a big difference to the results you are getting. If you are doing everything 'right', which it sounds like you are it's a little uncommon to suggest.
Did your dentist suggest you are missing a lot of areas or have a lot of plaque buildup?
Have you had your flossing technique checked by a dental professional?
Could I use water flossing after the tape flossing?
The sequence look like this:
Tape floss < Water floss < Toothbrush
Yes you can. There is some argument that the effectiveness of the water flosser would be reduced as the majority of plaque and bacteria build-up will have already been removed. But, if you are happy to invest the time, then no issues with this.
Tonight folks! Is the first time I will floss my teeth for the first time EVER in my life, after 26 years!! That's why I'm here..
Okay, I tried it and I gave up lol.. looks like it's going to need some practices..
@@Kazeon 🤣
How’s ur teeth and gum health right now? Prior to flossing
Not good. Cz I literally gave up. But I plan to start practicing again bcs I got some gum issues lately 🤦
Fort the first time ever I have started flossing. I floss after each and every meal, even after eating snacks. And boy did my bad breath went away.
Now there's a pleasant smell coming out of my mouth from time to time.
This is Iike the best thing I've done in a very long time.
By the way, I use this one 3:39
Than you for this informative video. I have difficulty of using floss but after I watched this, it made me easy.
This should be taught in school
Jesus... You know quarantine is going good when you start to watch tutorials on flossing...
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I’m watching this because my mom forced me to watch this, oh god she has a gun
Im super scared of dentist. Im super insecure for my teeth i hate and love them. I got super many products and still manage to nor overbrush them I use diffrent mouthwashes on a regular base and sometimes some with chlorhexidingluconat. But I hate flossing and cant keep it up on a regular base. I do not know why it take me this long to hear about this Water flossing but im so so grateful
THANK YOU SO MUCH
Glad you found it helpful.
We have a video coming to the channel tomorrow that covers dental anxiety, you might find some of the information useful.
Make sure you floss behind the back molars in the gum area.
For real tho--I recently went to see my dentist for a cleaning, and there's quite a bit back there that she encouraged me to be more careful and do so too.
I just switched to string floss but I find the preloaded floss much more easier and suits me well. Should I switch back or stay with string floss?
I am not sure how long you have been using floss, but maybe try giving it a bit more time to get used to it?
If it has been a coupe of weeks already then it is unlikely to get much easier.
Sticking with string floss will be better for the environment, than preloaded floss. But, ultimately you need to opt for the tool that is going to ensure you floss regularly and correctly and that may well be the preloaded floss.
"When something long it's really hard to get inside the mouth"
Me: Are you sure about that
HAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA SO FUNNY BRO
I wanted to do this joke + that's what she said. Very good
@@alexrosca860 😐
Thank you greatly for showing me how to floss.. i found info that it will maybe help me with my heart problems, hope is real again!
This is such an informative video, thank you very much
Well, I heard that water flossers don't really replace regular flossing, but in my experience I rarely had anything come out with plastics after I used water flossers
That was extremely helpful. Thanks 😊
Came here 3 years after the dentist told me. Well, I've been flossing. But not sure if correctly.
Perfect example Thank you ❤️🌹🙏🏾💪🏾
It's really helpful. Thanks. Flossing every day
First time flossing my teeth. Literally took 50 minutes 😗
It gets easier and quicker with practice.
@@ElectricTeeth the back teeth are so hard to reach 😄
Not to add the drooling like a baby!
@@Africanlaura 100% true haha
How long should you floss for? I feel like I'm spending way too much time in the bathroom JUST flossing before a brush even goes anywhere near my mouth. Also, if you're not supposed to reuse the same piece of floss, why on earth do those floss sticks exist? Do you just rinse it? Is that safe/hygienic? Or are you supposed to use a fresh one for each tooth which seems super wasteful to me..?
Once you have perfected flossing, it should really only take about a minute or so to do the whole mouth as a very rough guide. Using interdental brushes can be easier and quicker, if this is something you haven't tried.
You can reuse floss, but usually, you will pull out a length of floss and as you move around the mouth use a fresh part of that length of floss between each tooth.
Aim to use a new piece of floss, each session, for example, ideally don't use the same floss morning and night. But you can use the same piece of floss for the whole morning flossing session.
If the floss is damaged, like it rips or shreds, then you might want to get a new piece.
@@ElectricTeeth 2 different flosses morning and night??? Don’t you floss once a day? And why do we need different floss
@@ElectricTeethOnly one minute? It takes so long for me to get the floss between my teeth without cutting my gums because they are very close, it takes at least 8 minutes. Even the dentist needed some time to get it in
I have seen kids as young as 4 years old with cavities in between teeth. I always recommend flossing as young as 3 or 4 yrs, especially if they have tight contacts between the teeth.
Any tips for getting children this young to floss?
@@ElectricTeeth I have the parents do the flossing at that young age. Make it a game, use stickers as reward, play some music the kids enjoy.
I always speak with the kids and tell them that every night mom or dad will floss their teeth like I just did. Sometimes I say tooth fairy specially recommended it for you .
A bit of imagination, entertainment and distraction will go long way.
Am I the only one that heard her say : when something is really long it can't get in to your mouth 1:10 😂
It's a bit difficult when your teeth are misaligned. Plus I'm the one who produces quite a lot of saliva in the mouth. It's just HARD.
I'd recommend a water flosser if you have misaligned teeth. Also it may be worth looking into getting them straightened as they may cause other gum related issues
Is it too late to begin?
No, never.
1:11 I feel good now...
Maybe a stupid question, but I will ask anyway :) If I buy the water flosser do you still recommend using first standard flossing followed by water flossing and then brushing my teeth? I am asking this because I've read in a few places that water flossing CAN'T fully replace standard flossing. I don't know if that's true or not :) Should I first use interdental brushes followed by the water flosser and then brush my teeth with an electric toothbrush? Would that be the best option in your opinion? Thank you in advance for your answer!
Hey, no such thing as a stupid question. I could go into a long ramble here, but I will keep it short. 😀
If you want to use a water flosser, the ideal routine would be interdental brushes > water flosser > electric toothbrush.
Many professionals would argue water flossing is no replacement to string floss or interdental brushes. This is because you are not getting the physical/mechanical contact with the teeth. Realistically water flossing is a useful additional tool.
Interdental brushes are 'the best' if you were to rank them.
Water flossing only is better than no flossing at all.
@@ElectricTeeth Thank you very much! So I don't need to use standard flossing anymore if I decide to switch to interdental brushes if I understood you correctly? :)
As a general rule, no. There are various different opinions within the profession, but this is what our dental professionals stand by.
Question! For the pre-loaded flossets, do I have to grab a new one for each tooth? So I won't be spreading the debris to my other teeth? Or can I use the same one for all of my teeth?
Use the same one for all your teeth.
The passing of the floss through the interdental spaces, should free up any debris and that should then be cleared away with brushing.
If you notice a buildup on the string, give it a wipe or a rinse to refresh it if you prefer.
Thank you
Why i looked up a video about this is i wanted to know how to get the floss in between the back teeth. i cant manage to get it so far back.
If you are struggling you might want to look at interdental brushes on long handles. The TePe Angle brush for example will help you reach the very back.
Which floss is safe and better?
I used to chew the strings cause it tasted good
ok
My dentist reccomend me to use small interdental brush together with normal brush and mouth wash.
İs it better to use dental floss or interdental brush? Thanks.
Interdental brushes as advised by your dentist are generally considered best.👍
@@ElectricTeeth thank you
I never knew something like this existed till now-💀
"Remove about six inches worth." Proceeds to remove over a foot --> Every man commences sweating 😂
Lol I typed how to floss. I was suppose to type how to do the floss lmfao
I got here by waking up with it on😂 also who dosent know how to do the floss I learned in 2018 when I was in 3rd grade
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Thank you😊🎉❤
I didn't realize how bad my teeth are until i look in the mirror with a flashlight ....... I'm panicking
Is there an eco friendly option? Or how do I recycle the ones I can buy in the supermarket? Thanks :)
More eco-friendly options are becoming available.
A couple of examples are: Georganics Silk Floss and Woobamboo Biodegradable Silk Dental Floss
You can't typically recycle the floss itself but the packaging often can be. There are an increasing number of dental recycling schemes coming online, for example Philips Dental Care recycling - www.electricteeth.com/uk/philips-dental-care-recycling/
nah instead you can grow up tho!
But won't this floss expand the spaces between our teeth, therfore more food can stuck between them?!!
@Valerie Soul
Thanks for the clarification!
Yes. It's a con by dentists ensuring repeat custom.
is flossing with string better than a water flosser? also if you use a water flosser, should you do that before or after brushing?
Great question David. Most professionals would say yes, flossing with string/tape floss is better than a water flosser as you have the physical contact of the floss with the teeth. So if you can do this, then it is better.
If however using a water flosser is more convenient for you and means you are more likely to floss than perhaps not at all or very rarely, then use the water flosser.
A happy medium might be a combination of both.
As for flossing before or after, debate will always range on about this too. Our view is better before. But ultimately either is better than not at all.