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Inadequate removal of interproximal (between teeth) dental plaque may progress to gingivitis and caries between teeth. Statistics say that more than 50% of adults have gingivitis, and the interdental areas may be more susceptible to periodontal disease. Therefore it is essential for patients to adequately remove interproximal dental plaque to promote oral health. Various devices are designed to access and remove interdental plaque, and dental floss receives the most attention.

Dental floss is intended to remove plaque and food debris from between teeth that a toothbrush may not be able to access. The ADA has reported that floss removes up to 80% of plaque from interdental areas and recommends incorporating floss as part of a daily oral care routine. When the proper technique is utilized, floss has demonstrated clinical efficacy with removing interdental plaque and reducing gingivitis. However, in-home studies reveal that only 2% to 10% of patients regularly perform acceptable flossing and that most cannot or will not floss on a daily basis.

There are a variety of floss choices available and the composition of traditional string floss is typically classified as multifilament or monofilament as well as waxed and un-waxed. Multifilament floss is comprised of multiple strands whereas monofilament floss consists of a single strand.

Several clinical studies show that it is not the material (i.e., monofilament vs. multifilament) or nature (waxed vs. un-waxed) of floss that determines efficacy but rather the mechanical action of removing plaque. These study results demonstrate there were no statistically significant differences between floss types within a 2-8 week period.

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