Flossing & interdental tips and advice

• How do I clean between my teeth? You can clean between your teeth with an ‘interdental' brush or dental floss. Cleaning in between your teeth removes plaque and bits of food from between your teeth and under your gumline - areas a toothbrush can't reach – our top tip it really helps to look in a mirror whilst becoming comfortable with your technique.
• How do i use Interdental brushes?Interdental brushes come in various sizes. It may be helpful to ask your dentist or hygienist to show you the correct sizes for your mouth.

Hold the interdental brush between your thumb and forefinger. Gently place the brush through the gap between your teeth. Do not force the brush head through the gap. If the brush splays or bends then it is too big - you will need a smaller brush head for this space.

• How do I use Floss?

1. Break off about 45 centimetres (18 inches) of floss, and wind some around one finger of each hand.
2. Hold the floss tightly between your thumbs and forefingers, with about an inch of floss between them, leaving no slack. Use a gentle ‘rocking' motion to guide the floss between your teeth. Do not jerk the floss or snap the floss into the gums.
3. When the floss reaches your gumline, curve it into a C-shape against one tooth until you feel resistance.
4. Hold the floss against the tooth. Gently scrape the side of the tooth, moving the floss away from the gum. Repeat on the other side of the gap, along the side of the next tooth.
5. Don't forget the back of your last tooth. When flossing, keep to a regular pattern. Start at the top and work from left to right, then move to the bottom and again work from the left to right. This way you're less likely to miss any teeth.

LS1 oral health advice in brief

Remember Good dental health begins with you.

1. Brush your teeth for two minutes, last thing at night and at least one other time during the day, using fluoride toothpaste.
2. Use a toothbrush with a small- to medium-sized head.
3. Use a toothbrush with soft to medium, multi-tufted, round-ended nylon bristles.
4. Consider using a power toothbrush.
5. Use small, circular movements to clean your teeth.
6. Change your toothbrush regularly, and at least every 3 months.
7. Clean between your teeth every day using interdental brushes or dental floss.
8. Have sugary drinks and foods less often.
9. Visit your dental team regularly, as often as they recommend.

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