Water flossers and dental floss are two ways to prevent the build up of plaque between teeth. Compare pros and cons of each.

2. Dental Tape If you have natural spacing in between your teeth, or if you have gum issues, Chern recommends dental tape.

Instead, you should pull the tape up and slightly under your gum line in a C-shape. The NHS says eight to ten up-and-down strokes per tooth is ideal. Dental tape or string floss may give better ...

Slip the floss or dental tape between the teeth and into the area between your teeth and gums, as far as it'll go. Floss with 8 to 10 strokes, up and down between each tooth, to dislodge food and ...

However, I found Walgreens brand waxed mint flavor dental tape for $1.99 for 50 yards at Walgreens, 5373 Peachtree Blvd., Chamblee, 678-547-1672.

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