Flossing has gained notoriety as a chore that the vast majority of people would rather avoid than even watching paint dry. Even though flossing may not be the most exciting thing to do, it is essential for your health and should be done every day. There are several reasons why your dentist emphasizes the need of flossing every time you visit, and no daily oral hygiene practice is complete without it. Read on to discover some interesting information about flossing, an essential part of oral maintenance that is sometimes forgotten.
First, you’re leaving 30% of your teeth’s surfaces filthy if you don’t floss.
Dental floss is essential for removing plaque and food debris from hard-to-reach areas in between teeth, where brushing alone can only get you approximately 70% of the way.
Second, when it comes to dental floss, more is better.
About 18 to 20 inches of floss is all you need to wrap around your fingers and guide between your teeth easily.
Third, bacon-flavored dental floss exists.
Although mint, cinnamon, bubblegum, and classic unflavored floss dominate the market, certain manufacturers now produce items with more unusual tastes like bacon and wasabi.
Plaque and tartar are removed by flossing.
Dislodging and removing plaque and food particles stuck between teeth is made easier by flossing. As if causing cavities weren’t terrible enough, this stuff also makes your breath smell horrible.
Some bleeding is normal when first starting to floss.
If you’re just starting off with flossing, seeing a little of blood at the end may make you reconsider. Don’t let a little softness throw you off! When your gums are healthier and stronger, the bleeding should stop.
Sixth, you have a choose of either monofilament or multifilament floss.
Most floss is either monofilament or multifilament, although both have their uses. A nylon and silk blend is used in the production of multifilament floss, whereas plastics and rubber are used in the production of monofilament.
Floss may be purchased waxed or unwaxed.
If you have teeth that are very close together, you should use waxed floss since the wax covering makes it easier to slide the string between your teeth. People who have more room in their teeth often choose unwaxed floss.
Having braces shouldn’t be an excuse for not flossing.
Flossing with braces is harder than without them, but it can still be done! Flossing with braces is possible; there are specific tools to assist with the process, and a steady, guided hand may maneuver the floss between the teeth and around the brackets. If you’ve just started flossing, don’t stop now! You’ll do yourself and your teeth and dentist a favour and improve your overall health by doing this simple but essential dental step more often.
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