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Dental floss can penetrate deep into the interproximal spaces between teeth and into the gingival sulcus, where toothbrush bristles cannot reach. Through physical friction, it mechanically scrapes away plaque and hidden food debris adhering to tooth surfaces. This is the key to preventing interproximal cavities between teeth and combating gingivitis and periodontitis at the source.
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1. The Main Function of Dental Floss
The core mission of dental floss is to remove plaque and food debris from interproximal spaces between teeth, where toothbrush bristles cannot reach. These areas are high-risk areas for tooth decay and periodontal disease.
Preventing interproximal caries: The adjacent sides of teeth (interproximal surfaces) cannot be cleaned with brushing. Dental floss effectively removes plaque from these surfaces, fundamentally preventing tooth decay between teeth. This is its core value.
It addresses the source of periodontal disease: Plaque below the gum line is the primary cause of gingivitis (symptomized by red, swollen, and bleeding gums). Long-term accumulation can develop into periodontitis, leading to alveolar bone destruction and tooth mobility. Daily flossing effectively removes plaque from the gingival sulcus, maintaining periodontal health at the source.
It eliminates bad breath: Decayed food particles and bacterial metabolism are major sources of bad breath. Cleaning between teeth eliminates these "odor factories," resulting in fresh breath from the inside out.
It improves overall health: Numerous studies have shown that good oral health, especially healthy periodontal health, is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetic complications, and other conditions. Flossing is an investment in overall health.
2. How Dental Floss Works
Dental flossing doesn't simply "pull" food out; it involves a mechanical "scraping" process. Physical Friction and Wrapping: Dental floss is composed of countless tiny fibers. After sliding the floss between teeth, wrap it around the tooth in a "C" shape, keeping it close to one side of the tooth. Then, make multiple scraping motions from the deepest part of the gums, the gingival sulcus, toward the occlusal surface. This motion utilizes the friction of the floss's surface, like a towel scraping against a post, to "scrape" away sticky plaque clinging to the tooth surface.
Breaking the Contact Point: There is a tight contact point between teeth, and the floss should be gently moved through it using a sawing motion, rather than violently flicking it off to avoid damaging the gums.
Cleaning the Gingival Sulcus: Dental floss can safely penetrate the gingival sulcus to a physiological depth of 1-3 mm, removing potential plaque that cannot be reached by toothbrushes or rinses.
3. Proper Technique: The method is more important than the tool itself
Whether you choose dental floss, proper technique is key:
Take approximately 40 cm of dental floss and wrap it around the middle fingers of both hands.
Use your index finger and thumb to guide and tighten a 1-2 cm section of the floss. Gently slide the floss between the teeth using a sawing motion, avoiding excessive force against the gums.
Place the floss firmly against one tooth, forming a "C" shape. Scrape it from the gumline toward the crown four to five times.
Floss firmly against the other side of the same gap and repeat the same scraping motion.
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