Unwaxed dental floss is a basic strand of nylon or extruded monofilament. Some brands of unwaxed floss also come with flavor additives. The flavoring has absolutely no bearing on the overall effectiveness of the floss.

Waxed dental floss is often made from nylon braid. The waxy coating helps the strand slip easily between teeth and into hard-to-reach places.

Research conducted by the American Dental Association did not find any clinical differences between waxed or unwaxed dental floss when it came to removing residual food particles and plaque from between the teeth and gumline.

When shopping for dental floss, you should always look for the ADA Seal of Acceptance. This seal proves that that brand of dental floss has been researched and tested by the ADA for safety and effectiveness.

If you have questions about what type of floss is right for you, or if you would like help improving your flossing technique, you can call Royse City Dental Care at 972-636-2417 to set up a consultation. Your dentists, Drs. Edmon R. Hutchison, will be more than happy to teach you all about flossing in Royse City, Texas!

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The first factor is the quality of the oral hygiene products you use. You should only purchase products that have earned ADA Seal of Acceptance, for safety and effectiveness.

The second factor is brushing and flossing your teeth twice each day. When brushing your teeth each day the ADA recommends that you use with a soft bristled toothbrush and abrasive toothpaste. A toothpaste with fluoride will also help to fortify the strength of your tooth enamel.

When you are done brushing, you should floss between your teeth and along the gum line. Flossing is the most effective to remove plaque and trapped food particles to prevent them from hardening into tartar. Waxed dental floss can help you more easily work the floss into hard to reach places. The waxy coating makes it easier to slip the strain of floss into tight spaces without accidentally forcing it into your gums.

The final and yet equally critical factor to maintain good oral health is to attend your regular dental checkup with Dr. Edmon R. Hutchison. This checkup includes a cleaning procedure to remove hardened tartar while also detecting early signs of tooth decay, gum disease and oral cancer.

If you have questions about how to improve your oral hygiene routine, or to schedule your next dental checkup, you should call Dr. Edmon R. Hutchison at 972-636-2417 to schedule an appointment.

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