How much dental floss should I use at a time to floss my teeth?

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To properly floss your teeth, you need about 18 inches of dental floss wrapped around the middle fingers of each hand. About one inch will remain in the middle for you to guide between your teeth.

American Dental Association

Flossing is important to maintaining good overall oral health. Floss once daily using about 18 inches of floss. This will help remove decay-causing plaque that toothbrush bristles cannot reach.

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Healthy Oral Hygiene

Brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing daily constitute the basics of good oral hygiene. Keeping other parts of your mouth, such as your gums, healthy can benefit your overall health by preventing the spread of germs and disease. At-home care should be supplemented by professional care. When plaque or tartar develops, a dentist or oral hygienist will use special tools to scrape (scale) the teeth clean without damage. Flouride treatment can help keep teeth cavity-free. Learn more about healthy oral hygiene with expert advice from Sharecare.

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How much dental floss should I use at a time to floss my teeth?

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