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How to prevent floss from breaking off between your teeth? the teeth in the back of my mouth are extremely crowded, and and floss often breaks off between them when i try to floss. is there anything i can do to prevent this, or any kind of different floss

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Dr. Jonathan Scharf
Dr. Jonathan Scharfanswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 51 years experience
Be : Be certain to use a waxed floss. I question why this is happening. It could be rough fillings, decay, or calculus (tarter) buildup between the teeth. These should all be checked out and remedied.
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Dr. Alan Zweig
Dr. Alan Zweiganswered
Prosthodontics 47 years experience
You : You should check with your dentist to see why this is happening. Are there rough fillings that are causing this? Use a thicker floss than you do. Use waxed floss or dental tape. They are more durable.
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