How to Get Corn Out From Between Your Teeth

Corn on the cob is a classic favorite at barbecues, block parties and simple family dinners, but it often leaves irritating bits stuck between the diners' teeth. Not only are these food particles annoying, they are also bad for the teeth and gums, and if they are allowed to remain in the mouth, they can contribute to gum disease and tooth decay. Fortunately, removing them is simple. All it takes is some dental floss and the proper flossing technique.

Things You'll Need

• Dental floss

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Instructions

• 1

  Break off about 18 inches of floss from the spool, and wind the ends around your two middle fingers. Use your thumbs and index fingers to pinch the floss, leaving 1 to 2 inches between your fingers. Keep this length of floss pulled taut.

• 2

  Slide the taut line of floss between the two teeth where the corn is stuck. If they are upper teeth, use your thumbs to guide the floss; if they are lower teeth, use your index fingers.

• 3

  Zig-zag the floss gently between the teeth where the corn is stuck until the corn is loosened and comes out.

• 4

  Use a clean section of floss for additional teeth, if needed.