How I did it: I have retainers, so it's been tough to get motivated to floss, as my gums would bleed every time. I stuck with it, tried to be gentle, and a week or so later, my gums don't bleed! Now there's no reason not to floss, and I consider it a way respect my body and also to protect the investment of braces on my teeth.

Lessons & tips: I had trouble using GUM floss, because it splintered in my mouth and went between my teeth, making the problem worse! I use Glide floss with floss threaders now, and there are no problems. Stick with it, it doesn't take much time, even with clunky retainers!

Resources: Glide floss and floss threaders

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