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SPAM In The NONOBJECTIVE PHOTO showing J&J's well known "Reach" "Access" brand of Floss Holder (WHEN ALSO the well known "J&J" FLOSS itself is indeed LISTED under BRANDED flosses) does indeed appear to demonstrate a CONFLICT OF INTEREST, and therefore THE holder phto and associated text are indeed SPAM!== 02:17, 29 November 2006 SoLongBaby (Talk | contribs) (→SPAM -Reverted Because Photo is an Ad which is Spam as is associated text!)
Reverted Photo of VISUAL Advertising Spam of A floss-holder-PRODUCT Made by a WELL KNOWN & listed "Floss Manufacturer ; and reverted Associated text 18:49, 21 December 2006 SoLongBaby
SoLOngBaby, cease your constant reversions on this image and text...the image is not identifying as to who the manufactorer is so I can see no big deal on this matter...it definitely is not spam or advertising to have the image.-- MONGO 05:56, 30 December 2006 (UTC)
SoLongBaby: "DENTAL FLOSS is just that, but a floss holder is NOT dental floss per se. Therefore, a floss holder photo probably would be better off on another page called a STUB whether or not it is advertsing/SPAM. Floss is floss and a holder is a holder." .-- SoLongBaby 21:59, 7 January 2007 (UTC)
The Canadian Dental Association and the American Dental Association both recommend use of dental tape or a floss holder to make flossing easier [1] [2] [3]. -- Ronz 03:06, 29 November 2006 (UTC)
"To make flossing easier, try using a plastic floss holder or use dental tape." [4] -- Ronz 22:06, 7 January 2007 (UTC)
"If flossing feels awkward or if your fingers always seem to get tangled, try using a plastic floss holder..." [5]
"If you find it difficult to manipulate long strands of floss, consider using a special floss holder." "People who have trouble handling dental floss may find it easier to use interdental cleaners." [6]
"If you find it difficult to manipulate long strands of floss, consider using a special floss holder." [7]
"Children who do their own flossing may find that a floss holder makes the task easier—and for parents who are helping, a holder can diminish the risk being bitten by those clean little chompers." [8] -- Ronz 17:59, 19 January 2007 (UTC)
Deleted last two sentences that cannot be verified and appear to be unreliable information. -- WhyNot1 22:39, 20 January 2007 (UTC)
One cause that is accepted is that due to the cleaning of bacterial collections, the gums do not become enflamed, and therefore more prone to bleeding. Isn't it reasonable that toughening of the gum tissue due to stress from floss, and the healing of lacerations, might have something to do with it? Our skin builds calluses, and many other tissues of the body toughen in response to stress. Tyciol 13:07, 22 January 2007 (UTC)
Dental floss should always be merely gently inserted between teeth, and gently below the gum line which is known as the gingival margin. Never jam floss between teeth. Typically floss is availbale flavored or plain, that is, unflavored. Floss comes waxed or unwaxed. -- WhyNot1 2:11, 25 January 2007 (UTC) Dental floss is merely either a bundle of thin nylon filaments or a plastic made of "Teflon" ePTFE or UHMWPE polyethylene ribbon used to remove particles of food from between teeth and dento-bacterial plaque which daily grows on and is adhered to teeth surfaces. That is why everyone must brush and floss daily. -- WhyNot1 2:30, 25 January 2007 (UTC) Dental floss is typically available flavored or unflavored whether or not waxed or unwaxed. Flavors include mint, cinnimon and bubble gum. -- WhyNot1 2:33, 25 January 2007 (UTC)
Should we mention in the middle ages long pubic hair was often used by people as far back as the 14th Century for floss?-- Wiggstar69 16:45, 6 April 2007 (UTC)
"Dental floss does not clean the interproximal areas beneath the contact point, because the area is concave." Huh? Is the "contact point" where the upper and lower teeth come together, or where a tooth comes close to the tooth in front or behind? And what is an "interproximal area"? Maybe a drawing would help. Mcswell ( talk) 18:13, 28 September 2008 (UTC)
I removed the popular culture section. It contained only two items. One in-passing reference from Doctor Who, and a reference to Montana (Frank Zappa song), that deals with growing dental floss on a farm, not with floss and flossing as such. Dr bab 22:42, 8 April 2007 (UTC)
Removed IMAGE because NO bonafide hygienist wears such loose latex gloves. The latex gloves must be fit tight and every credentialed hygienist knows THAT! —Preceding unsigned comment added by THeHygienist ( talk • contribs) 00:52, 17 May 2007
I think a section could be added. I think they are convenient for work.
What's up with that picture? Is it from a hazing ritual? Why are the lights off? DRosenbach ( Talk | Contribs) 04:05, 6 July 2007 (UTC)
Maybe there should be some mention dental tape as well. 66.191.19.217 ( talk) 03:59, 11 September 2008 (UTC)
The article states that the ADA recommends flossing after brushing, but the ADA seems to specifically suggest that it is better to floss before brushing per http://www.ada.org/ada/seal/floss.asp . I apologize for any formatting errors I may have made in creating this entry. -B.Stewart —Preceding unsigned comment added by 173.6.33.247 ( talk) 10:45, 13 May 2009 (UTC)
Where is it? 121.209.148.194 ( talk) 05:55, 5 October 2009 (UTC)
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I agree there's no evidence here that flossing does anything? —Preceding
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here´s the proof that flossing doesn´t seem to be effective. Hujoel P.P, Cunha-Cruz J., Banting D.W., Loesche W.J.: Dental Flossing and Interproximal Caries: a Systematic Review. Journal of Dental Research 85, 4, 2006, page 298-30
Our aim was to assess, systematically, the effect of flossing on interproximal caries risk. Six trials involving 808 subjects, ages 4 to 13 years, were identified. There were significant study-to-study differences and a moderate to large potential for bias. Professional flossing performed on school days for 1.7 years on predominantly primary teeth in children was associated with a 40% caries risk reduction (relative risk, 0.60; 95% confidence interval, 0.48–0.76; p-value, < 0.001). Both three-monthly professional flossing for 3 years (relative risk, 0.93; 95% confidence interval, 0.73–1.19; p-value, 0.32) and self-performed flossing in young adolescents for 2 years (relative risk, 1.01; 95% confidence interval, 0.85–1.20; p-value, 0.93) did not reduce caries risk
. No flossing trials in adults or under unsupervised conditions could be identified. Professional flossing in children with low fluoride exposures is highly effective in reducing interproximal caries risk. These findings should be extrapolated to more typical floss-users with care, since self-flossing has failed to show an effect.
I´m a non-native english speaker, so if one of you native english speaker would like to add this peace of information to the article , I´d be very gratefull. --
dental cleaning ([[User talk:
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11:19, 8 November 2018 (UTC)
One more study from
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19138178
Abstract OBJECTIVES:
The aim of this study was to assess systematically the adjunctive effect of both flossing and toothbrushing versus toothbrushing alone on plaque and gingivitis.
MATERIALS:
The MEDLINE and Cochrane Central register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL) databases were searched through December 2007 to identify appropriate studies. The variables of plaque and gingivitis were selected as outcomes. RESULTS:
Independent screening of titles and abstracts of 1166 MEDLINE-Pubmed and 187 Cochrane papers resulted in 11 publications that met the eligibility criteria. Mean values and SD were collected by data extraction. Descriptive comparisons are presented for brushing alone or brushing and flossing. A greater part of the studies did not show a benefit for floss on plaque and clinical parameters of gingivitis. A meta-analysis was performed for the plaque index and gingival index.
CONCLUSIONS The dental professional should determine, on an individual patient basis, whether high-quality flossing is an achievable goal. In light of the results of this comprehensive literature search and critical analysis, it is concluded that a routine instruction to use floss is not supported by scientific evidence. --
dental cleaning ([[User talk:
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10:28, 5 March 2012 (UTC)
http://www.nature.com/ebd/journal/v7/n3/full/6400425a.html
http://www.nature.com/ebd/journal/v10/n3/abs/6400666a.html — Preceding
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I would have the following suggestion. I would insert a new paragraph in the main article and call it "Effectiveness", just like there is an effectiveness paragraph in the Wikipedia article
scaling and root planing.
Effectiveness
The general consensus amongst dentists is that dental flossing is highly effective in removing plague from the teeth.
There are however some scientific studies that were published in the British science magazine Nature which found that flossing is effective only in certain situations.
One study concluded (Institute name?): “Professional flossing in children with low fluoride exposures is highly effective in reducing interproximal caries risk. These findings should be extrapolated to more typical floss-users with care, since self-flossing has failed to show an effect in regards to reducing caries.”
Another study (institute name?)
“The dental professional should determine, on an individual patient basis, whether high-quality flossing is an achievable goal. In light of the results of this comprehensive literature search and critical analysis, it is concluded that a routine instruction to use floss is not supported by scientific evidence” — Preceding
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The benefits section references reference 4. However reference 4 does not in anyway back up the statement? —Preceding unsigned comment added by 86.0.4.150 ( talk) 17:16, 28 November 2009 (UTC)
"Flossing regularly can add up to six years to your life expectancy"
I've been trying to find a solid, WP:MEDRS source for this. So far I've found a few gerontologists making the claim, though the number of years differs. I've also found a study linking flossing to general health awareness.
I'd like the tagged material to remain a few days more to alert others of the dispute. -- Ronz ( talk) 16:58, 20 March 2010 (UTC)
Why do we have a picture of a man with a mustache getting his teeth flossed? - Mdriver1981 ( talk) 04:15, 26 March 2010 (UTC)
I just wandered on this page. Shouldn't there be a link to http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oral_irrigator? BartYgor ( talk) 09:33, 6 May 2013 (UTC)
Flossing is a constant theme in the U.S., but appears to be far rarer and less often recommended in e.g. Europe. I suggest that a wider perspective is taken with regard to geography and habits. In addition, the difference in recommendations could imply that the net benefits of flossing are smaller than portrayed in the article. If so, a more nuanced view should be given. 80.226.24.12 ( talk) 16:37, 12 April 2014 (UTC)
“ | There is weak evidence that flossing plus toothbrushing may help to reduce plaque buildup relative to toothbrushing alone.[1] | ” |
I know I have read scientific articles that found paleolithic era humans used grass to floss their teeth (determined by comparing the microscopic wear with experiments on modern teeth caused by the silicon in grass leaves). I know, also, from personal experience that tribal peoples will use leaves and grass still to floss their teeth. I can't find sources on this now though, but I think it should be incorperated if someone can find sources.-- Aionlux ( talk) 11:10, 7 January 2015 (UTC) https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0076852 https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/ajpa.1330740311 https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Urszula-Ratajczak-Skrzatek/publication/346916262_Quaternary_Stratigraphy_-_palaeoenvironment_sediments_palaeofauna_and https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0002817790110111 — Preceding unsigned comment added by 103.83.185.35 ( talk) 09:17, 25 October 2022 (UTC)
Hello, I am User:EviDent.Prac, an oral health student attending LaTrobe University, Bendigo, Australia. Myself, along with fellow colleagues User:Yyuliya, User:CB17742881, User:eyoel07 and User:Ramiabouzeid have been assigned to edit the Dental Floss wikipedia page. As wikipedia is a fast, convenient and free resource, our aim is to ensure our patients are accessing credible and verifiable information in regards to dental issues they may present with. This will allow for a more accurate useful resource. Throughout viewing this page, as a group we have discussed certain aspects of dental floss that we would like to review and introduce into the page. These include; Limitations of Floss, Flossing Technique, and Types of Floss, as well as performing an overall edit of current information, making it more credible. EviDent.Prac ( talk) 10:19, 30 March 2015 (UTC)
New addition to the contents of the Dental Floss page titled 'Types of Dental Floss'. This section outlines commonly available floss, the effectiveness according to the material characteristic and floss selection. Previous work under 'Use' has been moved under this new section and modified so that it could be incorporated into the new paragraph. CB17742881 ( talk) 12:48, 29 March 2015 (UTC)
I've just added instruction of how to use floss. This describes in detail of how to use it effectively, aswell additional references. Yyuliya ( talk) 08:20, 30 March 2015 (UTC)
I have recently tried to upload a few pictures with the instructions of floss via using wikimedia commons however they have been removed. Could anyone shed some light please was to why? or how to upload pictures? much appreciated :) Yyuliya ( talk) 12:43, 16 April 2015 (UTC)
Okay, thank you. Yyuliya ( talk) 12:43, 16 April 2015 (UTC)
Just added links of other aids and tools that will remove plaque Yyuliya ( talk) 08:39, 30 March 2015 (UTC)
The table below outlines the characteristics of common types of interdental non-powered self-care products of floss available. Please have a look through if it need any more further editing. Thanks guys !
Interdental Nonpowered Self-Care Products | Description | Indications | Contraindications and limitations | Common problems experienced during misuse of product | The number of times it can be used/duration of use |
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Waxed floss | Traditional string floss, Nylon waxed Monofilament floss also available coated in polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), Does not fray | Type I embrasures, Floss cleans between the gum and tooth | Type II and III embrasures | Floss cuts, Floss clefts, Circulation to fingers may cut off from wrapping floss too tight, Inability to reach back teeth due to manual dexterity problems | One time use. Dispose after use |
Unwaxed floss | Traditional string floss, Unwaxed, multifilaments | Type I embrasures, Floss cleans between the gum and tooth | Type II and III embrasures | See waxed floss | One time use. Dispose after use |
Dental tape | Waxed floss that has a wider and flatter design to conventional floss | Type I embrasures, Floss cleans between the gum and tooth that may have large tooth surface area | Type II and III embrasures | See waxed floss | One time use. Dispose after use |
Tufted/braided dental floss/ Superfloss | Regular diameter floss, wider tufted portion looks like yarn. Tip of product also resembles a threader | Type II and III embrasures. Under pontics of fixed partial dentures | Type I embrasures | Trauma from forcing threader into tissues. Yarnlike portion/fibers may catch on appliances or dental work (which may cause gum irritation/problem) | One time use. Dispose after use |
Floss holder | Handle with two prongs in Y or C Shape | Type I embrasures. Recommended for individuals that lack manual dexterity , who are physically challenged, or who have a strong gag reflex. Floss holders may assist caregivers | Type II and III embrasures | Unable to maintain tension of floss against tooth and fully wrap around tooth side. Need to set a fulcrum/finger rest (e.g. cheek, chin) to avoid trauma to gums and floss cuts | Can be used a number of times, however floss is to be changed after each use |
Floss threader | A nylon loop designed to resemble a needle with large opening to thread floss. Tip of floss threader inserted and pulled through the space between two teeth to allow cleaning of the teeth sides | Type I embrasures: tight contacts between teeth, floss between and under abutment teeth and pontics of fixed prosthesis (e.g. fixed bridges and dental implants), under orthodontic appliances such as wires and lingual bar, under bars for implants | Type II and III embrasures | Trauma to gums from flossing threader into tissues | Can be used a number of times, however floss is to be changed after each use |
CB17742881 ( talk) 07:50, 20 April 2015 (UTC) Yyuliya ( talk) 08:00, 20 April 2015 (UTC)
Also another table below outlines the characteristics of common types of interdental powered self-care products of floss available.
Interdental Powered Self-Care Products | Description | Indications | Contraindications and limitations | Common problems experienced during misuse of product |
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Power flossers | Bow type tip and Single filament nylon tip | Type I embrasures: Individuals with physical challenges. Individuals that cannot master traditional string floss. Individual preference. | Type II and III embrasures. Tight contacts between teeth or crowded teeth | Floss cuts or clefts with floss holder designs. Unable to maintain tension or wrap floss completely around tooth side. |
( talk) Yyuliya ( talk) 08:00, 20 April 2015 (UTC)
The table is now uploaded to article by EviDent.Prac Yyuliya ( talk) 08:25, 20 April 2015 (UTC)
Hi all, the language used for this section of the article has to be changed because the way it's currently written is in an instructional/how-to manner and that goes against Wikipedia policy. Instead, it should be rephrased to simply state that these are the recommended steps but there should be no second person language or commands (i.e., where it says repeat step 6). TylerDurden8823 ( talk) 08:08, 20 April 2015 (UTC)
User:TylerDurden8823 I have attended to this issue on the 20th of April. I hope that it is within Wikipedia policy now as the information provided now is no longer in step-by-step format and is at an easy to read recommended use of dental floss EviDent.Prac ( talk) 06:41, 1 May 2015 (UTC)
CB17742881, Yyuliya, EviDent.Prac, and Ramiabouzeid, thank you for your contributions to the article. You added eight references to the textbook Dental Hygiene Theory and Practice, which still require page numbers. Once we have page numbers, we can remove the citations-needed template at the top. KateWishing ( talk) 12:39, 25 April 2015 (UTC)
KateWishing sure no problem, I'll do them now. Yyuliya ( talk) 03:27, 26 April 2015 (UTC)
Added information about its use with orthodontic appliances, to link in with floss threader etc. Eyoel07 ( talk) 06:30, 20 May 2015 (UTC)
I am afraid that most of the article needs to go in the bin – flossing is no longer recommended, and when it is, it is as an alternative to interdental brushes. https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2016/aug/02/dental-floss-proof-works-guidelines-dropped Littledogboy ( talk) 00:44, 12 September 2017 (UTC)
References
Please someone discuss the new plastic-free dental floss market which uses waxed silk or a kind of waxed floss made of maize (is it a maize-based plastic or the natural fibres?). Sometimes these products are black with charcoal. It's an interesting topic.
One of the websites selling these new types of floss claims that it's better than nylon. Review their claim, please. It's this one: https://www.wearthlondon.com/plastic-free-dental-floss Moses Alkadhem ( talk) 08:47, 8 December 2022 (UTC)