Can dentists show teenagers like me how to floss and not only adults like my parents because I’m almost 18 in August 12 and I want to learn to do things on my own and be more independent

Benjamin Hernandez | Oct 13, 2018 | Category: Children's hospital in Washington, District of Columbia

Childrens National Medical Center Anesthesiology - All questions

Address: 111 Michigan Ave NW, Washington, DC 20010, USA

Nancy Harbison | Oct 13, 2018

Yes a Dentist can show you how to floss. Always check with your dentist for any dental medical concerns or questions.

Carlos Granda | Oct 13, 2018

Watch a video on youtube on how to floss properly

TANIA WALKER | Oct 13, 2018

Yes they can show u the PROPER WAY TO FLOSS.

Marilia Alejo | Oct 13, 2018

No sorry you still need your parents to be their with you untill you are 18.

Rich Bell | Oct 13, 2018

Children's doesn't do routine dentistry work like you're describing. The advice above, about using YouTube videos, is the best way forward for you.

Carletta Allen | Oct 13, 2018

Hi Benjamin, 18 is the magic number young man. Its wonderful that you want to show independence however, as parents we are responsible for our children until they reach specific ages. All will be well and just think, parents know what to look for so if anything seems suspicious, they'll catch it to ensure your safety. 😊

Edrick Greene (Blacquesmoke Media Group) | Oct 13, 2018

The truth is....if you have been a consistent patient of CNMC, your physician may wave your age and allow treatment up to 21. The initial visit would need to be with a parent, for paperwork purposes. But we have young patients 14 or 15 and up who make their scheduled appointments by themselves.

Temiko Risby | Oct 13, 2018

No you would have to go to an adult dentistry office.

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