Dental floss is a thin string or strand of a plastic or fibrous material which is used in cleaning teeth. It is threaded between the teeth in order to remove bacteria, plaque, and food, to help avoid tooth decay and gingivitis.[1][2]
References
- ↑ http://www.dentist.net/floss.asp
- ↑ http://www.ada.org/en/science-research/ada-seal-of-acceptance/product-category-information/floss-and-other-interdental-cleaners