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	Dental floss - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Dental floss is a bundle of thin nylon filaments or a plastic (ePTFE or UHMWPE) ribbon used to remove food and plaque from teeth.
		The floss is inserted between the teeth and scraped along the teeth sides, especially close to the gums.
		Dental floss was still unavailable to the consumer until the Codman and Shurtleft company started producing human-usable unwaxed silk floss in 1882.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Dental_floss (433 words)

	Great Moments in Science - Dental Floss 1
		Dental floss is a thread, usually nylon, which is also available as a tape.
		Their original dental floss was made from the same silk as surgical sutures.
		Wax-coated dental floss was introduced in the 1940s, and dental floss in the shape of a tape, rather than a thread, was introduced in the 1950s.
	www.abc.net.au /science/k2/moments/s268342.htm (643 words)

	Oral hygiene - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Dental X-rays may be performed as part of routine professional examinations.
		Regular tooth cleaning by the dentist or dental hygienist is important to remove plaque that may develop even with careful brushing and flossing, especially in areas that are difficult for a patient to reach on his own at home.
		Call the dentist or dental hygienist if instructions or demonstration of proper brushing or flossing techniques is needed, or to schedule routine dental cleaning and examination.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Dental_hygiene (571 words)

	Dental Floss; Dental Hygiene; Oral Hygiene; Toothbrush;
		Floss removes plaque and debris that adhere to teeth and gums in between teeth, polishes tooth surfaces, and controls bad breath.
		Wide floss, or dental tape, may be helpful for people with a lot of bridgework.
		Waxed floss might be easier to slide between tight teeth or tight restorations.
	www.drjay.com /flossing.htm (567 words)

	+=Dental dental floss=+
		Dental floss is a thin synthetic polymer string that is used to remove plaque and food particles under the gum line and between your teeth, where a toothbrush cannot easily reach.
		Using dental floss removes plaque which, an invisible bacterial film that develops on your teeth every day, is the main cause of gum disease.
		Nylon dental floss comes waxed and unwaxed, and in a variety of flavors and also cheaper, it may sometimes tear or shred between teeth with tight contact points.
	www.1st-in-dental.com /dental-floss.htm (546 words)

	Great Moments in Science - Dental Floss 2
		Dental caries is not a new disease - it has been with us in all known societies.
		She had recently started using dental floss, but had stopped after a few weeks because it had made her gums bleed.
		Obviously, when she had vigorously flossed her teeth and caused bleeding, that was when her mouth bacteria got into her bloodstream.
	www.abc.net.au /science/k2/moments/s271768.htm (851 words)

	Dental Floss
		The floss is then gently worked up and down the tooth into the gum crevices.
		Using floss is not easy and children especially have difficulty with it.
		What must be done is to get the strand of floss between the teeth, then wrap it starting from the gum and ending at the biting surface.
	www.oralcareindia.com /patients/tips_oralcare/dental_floss.asp (229 words)

	Flossing
		Flossing is an essential part of the tooth-cleaning process because it breaks up and removes plaque from between teeth and at the gumline, where periodontal disease often begins.
		If you find using floss awkward or difficult, ask your dentist, hygienist or dental assistant about the variety of dental floss holders or interdental cleaning devices that are available.
		Flossing matters!: People who have both gum disease and a high body mass index, were more likely to have increased C-reactive protein-a serum in blood that is a marker for heart disease.
	www.dentalgentlecare.com /flossing.htm (1423 words)

	Thirty-Seven Ways To Deep Sea Fish With Four Feet Of Dental Floss (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Dental floss is a controlled substance in this galaxy, and possession of amounts in excess of 12 millimeters is punishable by a fine of 30,000 Altarian dollars and/or seventy-five years at hard labor.
		Tie your piece of dental floss on to the end of the floss that is already there.
		Type "Dental Floss Lives in This Bucket" on the bottom of it and tie the rest of the dental floss to the bucket handle so that the fish must jump between the actual bucket and its handle.
	www.galactic-guide.com /articles/2U1.html (1024 words)

	Dental Floss - Shopperpedia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Dental floss or tape is made of round or flat, extra-string coated nylon fiber.
		Flossing at least once a day for two or three minutes control bad breath, polishes surfaces of teeth, and removes particles that stick between teeth and gums.
		Flavored floss (vanilla, spearmint, or strawberry) leaves a nice taste in your mouth, and is every convenient, especially when brushing and rinsing is not possible.
	www.shopperpedia.com /Dental_Floss (254 words)

	Dental Floss - Affordable Dental Care
		This was followed by flavored flosses (such as mint and cinnamon) and more recently, various super synthetics such as Gortex and Teflon are being incorporated into dental floss.
		Today you can get dental floss in all different shapes (from thread to tapes), in different diameters (with or without fluffy stuff), and with different amounts of wax and flavoring.
		Anesthetists sometimes use dental floss to secure the location of an endotracheal tube - the tie the tube to a few teeth using dental floss.
	www.my-dental-plan.net /dental-floss.html (648 words)

	Dental Equipment & Materials - May the floss be with you ...
		Others feel that flossing is a nuisance, a pain in the mouth, a procedure that splatters up their bathroom mirror, or a task that is physically impossible to achieve given the size and shape of their fingers.
		We need to look at all the available floss and floss devices on the market, and attempt to match the patient’s personality with the appropriate means to attack his or her plaque.
		Flosses are now coated with materials other than wax to help ease their way between the teeth.
	de.pennnet.com /Articles/Article_Display.cfm?Section=CURRI&ARTICLE_ID=231367&VERSION_NUM=2&p=55 (1899 words)

	ADHA - Proper Flossing
		Flossing is an essential part of the tooth-cleaning process because it removes plaque from between teeth and at the gumline, where periodontal disease often begins.
		If you find using floss awkward or difficult, ask your dental hygienist about the variety of dental floss holders or interdental cleaning devices that are available.
		Pinch floss between thumbs and index fingers, leaving a 1"- 2" length in between.
	www.adha.org /oralhealth/flossing.htm (160 words)

	Floss-Rite Dental Floss Dispenser information.
		The Floss-Rite dental floss dispenser mounts to practically any surface and is easy to use and to refill.
		The Floss-Rite dental floss dispenser was developed by established Canmore dentist, Dr. Lloyd Evans.
		The Floss-Rite dental floss dispenser is not only convenient to use, but also environmentally friendly and easily refillable.
	www.floss-rite.com /about.htm (533 words)

	Dental Implants (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Dental implants eliminate the pain and discomfort of removable full or partial dentures.
		Although dental implant treatment may initially be more expensive than other treatment methods it often turns out to be the best investment from a long term perspective since most patients can expect them to last a life time.
		However, most patients who are treated with dental implants from Nobel Biocare should be able to expect lifelong replacement for their lost teeth.
	www.floss.com /dental_implants.htm (765 words)

	Patient Dental Floss (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		However, the remaining 15% of the tooth's surface is where 85% of dental disease begins.
		Thus, the need to disorganize and remove plaque from that remaining 15% is critical for effective oral hygiene, and prevention of dental disease.
		POH floss is available in Litewax or Nowax spools in 25, 50 or 100 yard lengths.
	www.oralhealthproducts.com /POH_Dental_Floss.htm (172 words)

	Dental Floss Best Price (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Dental Pics are ideal for after-meal cleaning; Dessert Essence Dental Floss is best when used daily before brushing; and the Dental Tape's thicker thread is ideal for flossing wider spaces between teeth.
		Tea Tree Dental Tape may assist in promoting dental health, it is wider than the leading dental floss for added comfort.
		Nature's Gate Mint with Green Tea Dental Floss is saturated with green tea extract for their antiseptic and antioxidant properties.
	www.geminibio.com /Dental-Floss.html (684 words)

	Dental Health: How and Why to Floss
		Dental floss removes tiny particles of food and plaque from between your teeth where your toothbrush can't reach.
		Using dental floss improves blood circulation to your gums and helps reduce the bleeding that can occur when you brush.
		Oral irrigators, such as water picks, are not designed to replace the use of dental floss but to offer another way to remove trapped food particles.
	www.baptistonline.org /health/library/dent4377.asp (346 words)

	Loading dental floss on holder FlossGrip
		Take care that ends of floss do not stick too much out of prongs (max.
		Floss with sawing motions gradually between teeth, so as not to injure gum.
		If floss is thin and breaks often, thicken it by cutting 10" (24 cm) floss and folding it twice.
	www.flossgrip.com /InstOfUseUK.htm (124 words)

	Dental Floss
		If you haven't flossed in a while, you may see a little red tinge of blood on the floss after you use it.
		Also, white buildups on the dental floss are indications that plaque has accumulated between your teeth.
		However, any floss that you can get between your teeth and which does not fray or break easily is good.
	www.saveyoursmile.com /dentalfloss.html (442 words)

	Dental Floss
		Are you like the millions of Americans who go through the hassle of brushing their teeth and using dental floss to floss their teeth?If you are like most Americans, you probably take care of your teeth by using both your toothbrush and your dental floss.
		With our new revolution in dental floss, and the whole oral hygiene industry; you no longer have to use a toothbrush and dental floss.
		Now you can use your toothbrush and dental floss all at once; using our dental floss and toothbrush combination you can now combine the use of your toothbrush with your dental floss into one simple oral hygiene step.
	www.orasweet.com /dentalfloss.html (132 words)

	Amazon.com: Glide Dental Floss, Mint - 54.7 yd: Health & Personal Care (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		As any dental health professional will attest to, flossing one's teeth is just as important as brushing, and perhaps more so, for the bacteria that causes gum disease (and to a certain extent cavities) almost always starts between the teeth.
		Also the floss comes in one very long continuous string so you don't have to go about plucking aimlessly with miles of bristles to dislodge that one chunk thats really bothering you.
		From the overall look of the container down to the supple feel of the floss, and indeed even to the integration of flavoring agents such as mint and cinnamon, and Glide is ahead of the curve.
	www.amazon.com /exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B000052YAD?v=glance (2142 words)

	dance.net - Can somebody please explain to me about sewing ribbons on with dental floss??? (3189960) - Read article: ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		The benefit of using floss is that it doesnt pull out near as quickly, generally I find that when I sew my elastics or ribbons on with thread I end up having to resew them once or twice during the life of my shoes (somewhat irritating
		Dental floss tears and will come off, but not as easily as regular thread.
		I use dental floss to sew my ribbons in,i find it holds them better than ordinary thread-and if you happen to sew the ribbons in the wrong place and you have to un-pick them,its much easier when using dental floss(speaking from experience here!!).
	www.dance.net /read.html?postid=3189960&replies=6&page=1 (874 words)

	Dental flosser FlossGrip, a product of Graviton
		Dental floss does not slip out of this holder, so that all the motions are possible and the level of strength can be precisely adjusted.
		The device features an uncomplicated method for loading the dental floss; its computer-assisted design also permits excellent access to the teeth, swift and easy manipulation into interdental spaces, and a secure grip by the hand.
		Unlike existing dental floss holders, the dental floss in this device does not slip, but remains firmly in place during use.
	www.flossgrip.com (531 words)

	Trends Dental Floss (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		tubes of whitening gel, is easier to use than dental floss, with all the whitening effects of a professional treatment...
		Dental floss, water and sunscreen for better health.
		FlossFix is a floss dispenser designed to prevent cross contamination of dental floss during clinical procedures...
	www.best-in-dental-care.com /OPG/trends-dental-floss.html (693 words)

	Amazon.com: Glide Dental Floss, Original - 54.7 yd: Health & Personal Care (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Since one only has to use one piece of floss for the upper and lower rows of teeth, it lasts a long time and is much more economical than the other brands.
		This is simply great floss, unlike other brands (Johnson and Johnson) it doesn't rip your gums apart, nor does it snag on your teeth (it is slippery, some people dislike it for that but it works perfect for me).
		One of the other great things about this floss is that unlike Johnson and Johnson it doesn't tear to shreds in your mouth (unless you are using the floss incorrectly, which would be strange since I'm not sure how many different ways there are of using floss).
	www.amazon.com /exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B000052YAC?v=glance (1772 words)

	Dental Floss & Interdental Products (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		And flossing is something you’ll love to do.
		The best dental floss from Oral-B. Its satin-like texture is comfortable to handle.
		Special floss that is perfect for crowns, bridges, large gaps, or orthodontic appliances.
	www.oralb.com /products/flossinterdental (205 words)

	Dental Floss (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		She showed us a roll of dental floss, that she had just bought: 100 meters.
		I went to a store and bought 200 meters of dental floss (that's even more that 100 meters, for the metric-challenged among you!).
		We tied one end of the dental floss to a drawer.
	ekot.dk /artikler/dental (598 words)

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