Gum woven floss

Woven or tape-style floss can clean between teeth when it slides comfortably, but the best tool is the one that fits without cutting the gums.

Floss removes plaque from contact areas and tooth sides that a brush cannot reach.

Floss removes plaque from contact areas and tooth sides that a brush cannot reach.

Woven or tape-style floss can clean between teeth when it slides comfortably, but the best tool is the one that fits without cutting the gums. The appropriate next step depends on the examination findings and the condition of the tooth, gums, appliance, or restoration.

Guide floss gently in a C shape and use a threader or interdental brush around appliances.

Floss removes plaque from contact areas and tooth sides that a brush cannot reach. The appropriate next step depends on the examination findings and the condition of the tooth, gums, appliance, or restoration.

Seek care if floss repeatedly shreds, catches, or causes bleeding in one location.

Guide floss gently in a C shape and use a threader or interdental brush around appliances. The appropriate next step depends on the examination findings and the condition of the tooth, gums, appliance, or restoration.

Ask which interdental tool matches each space and whether a restoration is interfering.

Seek care if floss repeatedly shreds, catches, or causes bleeding in one location. The appropriate next step depends on the examination findings and the condition of the tooth, gums, appliance, or restoration.