Benefits of flossing
Published on
June 28, 2025
Benefits of flossing
Helps remove foodparticles and plaque between teeth and along the gum line where your toothbrushcan’t quite reach * Better removal of bad breath-causing bacteria than brushingalone.
Removal of plaquefrom below the gumline, which can erode tooth enamel and develop into tartar(can cause teeth discoloration) * Reduce the risk of cavities * Reduces thelikelihood of soreness, puffiness, and unsightly redness of the gums * Helpsprevent gingivitis, which can progress to periodontitis When should you floss?* At least once per day, preferably before bedtime * Floss before brushing inorder to ensure the loosened particles are cleaned away from the mouth .
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