I am sure you have been told many times to floss regularly, but you may not fully understand why it is so important.
If you have not flossed in a while don’t worry. It is never too late to start and doing so may save you from many oral health issues.
Flossing works in ways that a toothbrush simply can’t.
When you brush your teeth you leave behind food particles and other germs that can turn into plaque. Plaque is a buildup of chemicals found in food and drinks that, while easy to clean yourself, can turn into something much worse if left to its own devices. Sure brushing your teeth can help get rid of any plaque that has built up, but if you want to prevent tartar you’re going to need some help. Tatar is a hard substance which is impossible for you to remove on your own and requires special attention from a dental practitioner.
Flossing rids the plaque buildup in the hard to reach places of your mouth so tartar doesn’t get a chance to wreak havoc in your mouth. If it does, it can cause oral problems like gum disease and cavities. Food particles and germs are very often left behind after brushing your teeth which is why you floss you ensure you clean every spot on your teeth to prevent such complications in the first place. Flossing regularly will guarantee you a decreased chance of bad breath, cavities, and worse.
Flossing properly
- It is important that you floss every day and that you do so properly otherwise you won’t hit every germ that could be hiding in your mouth.
- Using a long piece of nylon floss gives you enough space to clean with after using a section on each tooth. Not doing so results in replacing the germs you just tried to take off.
- 1-2 inch space of floss between your fingers gives you enough of a section and a tight enough line to result in a perfect clean.
- Moving back and forth between the teeth a few times will make sure you don’t miss any leftover particles that could turn into tartar.
Flossing regularly may seem like a chore, but it isn’t hard and it is definitely worth it. Call us if it has been a while since your last flossing so you can be sure you don’t have too much plaque buildup, tartar, cavities, or worse.