dental flossnoun [ U ]
uk/ˈden.təl ˌflɒs/us/ˈden.t̬əl ˌflɑːs/a type of thread used for cleaning between the teeth
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Dentistry
- articulation
- bridge
- cap
- cavity
- central giant cell granuloma
- crown
- dental hygienist
- dentigerous cyst
- dentistry
- denture
- filling
- floss
- hygienist
- Master of Dental Surgery
- MDS
- orthodontics
- orthodontist
- scale
- toothpaste
- toothpick
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Examples from literature
- If you have no regular dental floss, use any white silk thread for the purpose.
- The use of dental floss is fully as important as the use of a tooth brush.
- The use of dental floss silk between the teeth, provided care is taken not to press it against the gums, is also helpful.