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[quote=Anonymous]I think before bed is the better time to floss -- you want to get that stuff off your teeth and gums and not let it sit there overnight.

Before brushing and after brushing are both fine, but I prefer after brushing. I agree with the PP that you need to make sure you are not just going straight up and down, but curving the floss in a C shape so you are getting into the gum pocket front and back on that tooth.

And it's critical to floss top and bottom teeth. As my dentist says -- only floss the teeth you want to keep.

I am a fan of the wide ribbon-style floss rather than the thinner thread-type floss -- I feel that it's more effective and less prone to fraying and breaking. I also feel like it cleans without cutting into my gums. My current favorite brand is Dr. Tung Smart Floss:

http://drtungs.com/individual-products/2-smart-floss-3-pack.html

But I do keep those little disposable flossers around too, for my kids and for being out and about when I don't want to haul out a big piece of floss in a public bathroom if I have something stuck in my teeth after lunch.[/quote]

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