A 44-year-old member asked:
How can i make flossing more of a habit?
3 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
Dr. Donald Nimzanswered
Dentistry 45 years experience
Keep by TV: Sounds funny but many of my good flosers do so while watching tv or at computer! then brush and wash hands at sink during advertisements.
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Dr. James Merrettanswered
Dentistry 31 years experience
Flossing a habit: Most have a routine when they get up in the morning add it to your routine. You can also put it in the shower and make it part of your bathing routine.
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Dr. David Stallanswered
Dentistry 40 years experience
Try premade flossers: If you do not have the dexterity to use regular dental floss easily, try using floss on a holder. They usually come with a gum stimulator on the other end. They are availiable at most riteaid or cvs stores.
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Last updated Oct 3, 2016
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