18" (46 cm) of dental floss--this comes in many different thicknesses, from very fine thread to thick tape, and with varied amounts of wax, and either plain or flavored

Optional:

Dental floss holders, for those who have difficulty grasping the floss, or have limited use of their arms

5 minutes

2torial #0626: Learn2 Floss Your Teeth Once a day, every day, floss only the teeth you want to keep. For some folks, flossing won't be the highlight of their day. But compared to sitting in a dentist's chair with a drill in your mouth, flossing is a joyful celebration. Why floss? Even the most careful brushing reaches only three-fifths of all tooth surfaces. And dental floss can go where no brush has gone before: between teeth, along the gumline. As a bonus, It's readily available, inexpensive and easy to use. This simple daily routine will save your teeth, your money, your time and your movie star smile. You've brushed your teeth. They look good, eh? They feel good as your tongue runs across the front of them? But your tongue can't reach where your brush did, and your brush can't reach where the plaque is slowly but surely building up between each tooth. But you know what to do. You have the technology. And it's never too late to learn new habits. So flex those fingers, grab that floss, and open wide. Step 1