Dental floss

Dental floss

Dental floss is either a bundle of thin nylon filaments or a plastic (Teflon or polyethylene) ribbon used to remove food and dental plaque from teeth. The floss is gently inserted between the teeth and scraped along the teeth sides, especially close to the gums

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dental floss

Dental services; Dentistry

Dental floss is either a bundle of thin nylon filaments or a plastic (Teflon or polyethylene) ribbon used to remove food and dental plaque from teeth. The floss is gently inserted ...

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Health care; General

A thin, nylon string, waxed or untaxed, that is inserted between the teeth to remove food and plaque.

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Professional careers; Occupational titles

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Entertainment; Circus

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Textiles; Fibers & stitching

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Sports; Freshwater

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Health care; Dentistry

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abrasion

Health care; Dentistry

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Health care; Dentistry

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Health care; Dentistry

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Health care; Dentistry

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Health care; Dentistry

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