The team at Oahu Dental Care knows the power of a beautiful smile, and they do their best to make sure their patients are happy and confident about the way their teeth look. In addition to providing a full range of services for the whole family, they take pride in informing the community about proper dental care.

One of the best ways to prevent cavities and ensure tooth and gum health is to floss regularly, and Oahu Dental Care makes sure all of their friends and neighbors are employing the best flossing techniques possible. Follow these five tips to floss properly and preserve your pearly whites:

• Make sure you start with enough floss: The dentists from Oahu Dental Care recommend starting with around 18 inches of floss for optimal flossing.
• Wind the floss: Take the floss and wind most of the length around one of your index fingers while pulling the floss taught with your other hand.
• Guide and glide: Use both hands guide the floss along the curve of your teeth. It’s ok to move under the gum line as long as you’re not cutting into the gum.
• Keep it clean: As you floss, unspool the clean floss around your index finger so you’re always using clean floss.
• If you have braces, take a few extra measures: If you’re flossing with braces, do yourself a favor and only use waxed floss. Thread the floss carefully under the main wire of your braces and then pass it between your teeth for optimal flossing.

When you floss properly and regularly, you can avoid unnecessary tooth extraction and other oral health issues. Flossing removes plaque and ensures the health of your teeth and gums. For more information about oral health or to schedule a dental appointment, call Oahu Dental Care at (808) 456-5005 or (808) 732-2821 today!