The moment you hear the term “dental floss,” you may feel the urge to run for the hills. Information about technique, avoiding inflamed gums, and details revolving around plaque commonly follow. Fortunately, this is not that kind of flossing discussion! Instead, we would like to help you out when it comes to feeling exceptional about this part of your dental hygiene. How? By helping you choose floss that you actually like to use, so all of that running-for-the-hills-stuff is a thing of the past. Love the products you use and the experience is something you can enjoy.
Quiz: True or False?
- True or False: The best way to choose dental floss that you like is to figure out which one is most popular among our dental practice team.
- True or False: We always encourage you to choose a dental floss flavor that is going to give you good breath, not one that you like.
- True or False: Trial and error is the only factor in determining whether dental hygiene products will be effective.
Quiz Answers
- False. It’s true that recommendations can help but the most popular is not necessarily going to help you find the dental floss that is best for all of your preferences and needs. Instead, we encourage you to spend a little time reflecting on your needs and going from there.
- False. This is a bit of a trick question. All floss will help you achieve better breath by removing odor-causing bacteria from your smile. Choose something that your tastebuds like, so dental hygiene is fun.
- False. Trial and error is essential in determining whether something suits your needs. When strictly considering effectiveness, however, you can rely on a product that has been stamped with an ADA (American Dental Association) Seal of Acceptance.
