02/18/2026
Flossing daily is essential for removing plaque and food debris from areas your toothbrush can’t reach — especially between teeth and just below the gumline.
The C-Shape Method is the most effective way to floss while protecting your gums.
Here’s how to do it correctly:
1️⃣ Start with enough floss
Use about 18 inches. Wrap most around one middle finger and the rest around the opposite middle finger to collect used floss as you go.
2️⃣ Gently guide between teeth
Hold the floss taut between your thumbs and index fingers. Slide it carefully between teeth using a gentle back-and-forth motion.
⚠️ Avoid snapping the floss into the gums.
3️⃣ Form a “C” shape
When the floss reaches the gumline, curve it around one tooth to create a C shape so it hugs the tooth surface.
4️⃣ Clean below the gumline
Gently glide the floss up and down along the tooth surface, going slightly beneath the gumline. This is where plaque buildup — and gum disease — often begins.
5️⃣ Repeat on the adjacent tooth
Before removing the floss, wrap it around the neighboring tooth and repeat the same motion.
6️⃣ Use a clean section each time
Unwind fresh floss as you move from tooth to tooth.
✔️ How often should you floss?
At least once daily to support healthy gums and long-term oral health.
