Can I use normal sewing thread for floss? If yes what should I do before use?
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Hi Thank you for your query on Lybrate It is not recommended to use normal sewing thread for flossing your teeth. Please use dental floss for flossing your teeth as it is meant for the interdental cleaning. Dental floss are sterile and should not re-use the used one. Normal sewing thread may harbour bacteria and also may damage your gums. Hope this information help Thank you.
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No, absolutely not. Dental floss must be used interdentally to remove any debris which has got stuck in between the teeth. The texture of the dental floss either waxed /unwaxed are so gum friendly, which will effectively remove the debris and plaque present between the two teeth, without harming the soft tissues surrounding it. Use of dental floss is hygienic compared to the use of threads to floss the contact areas in between the teeth.
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