What is the importance of Flossing ..??

Most people think brushing your teeth twice daily is enough to keep your oral hygiene healthy. For sure, dental flossing is not part of it. But did you know that every time you skip flossing, there is a plaque buildup between your teeth and gum line? So understanding the importance of flossing plays a crucial part in your dental routine.

What are the Benefits of Dental Flossing?

• Removes Plaque Between your Teeth

If you forgot to floss, there is remaining food, plaque, and bacteria in between your teeth or gum line that can harden into tartar. These are not completely removed when you brush your teeth.

• Avoid Bacteria and Microorganisms in your Mouth

There are millions of germs and bacteria found in your oral cavity. You can’t see these in the naked eye, which can deteriorate your teeth without you noticing it. You may eventually need a teeth whitening treatment to address your yellowing teeth. But when you floss regularly, you can prevent the bacteria from turning into plaque that stains your teeth over time.

• Say Goodbye to Bad Breath

Food particles with bacteria stuck between your teeth cause an unpleasant odor. You can rid these unsightly particles through flossing, keeping your teeth clean and your breath smelling fresh.

• Reduce the Risk of Gum Disease

Plaque buildup leads to gum diseases like gingivitis. It causes redness, irritation, and inflammation in your gingiva, which presents harmful bacteria that can harm your overall health. Flossing removes the bacteria at the base of the teeth, reducing the risk of gum diseases.

Types of Dental Floss

There are many different types of dental floss. The one which will benefit you the most depends on your liking, needs, and the gap between your teeth. These include the following:

• Standard floss: It is made of thin nylon fibers twisted together that are designed to fit through tight spots between your teeth. It comes in flavored, unflavoured, unwaxed, or waxed. Dental floss with wax makes it easier to get in between tight teeth. 
• Dental tape: This is similar to dental floss but is flatter and broader like a ribbon. Easy to use for people with a large gap between teeth or dental braces.
• Super flosses: It has three distinct components: spongy floss, dental floss threader with a stiff end, and standard floss. The super flosses are suitable for cleaning bridges, braces, and wide gaps between teeth.

When is the Best Time to Floss?

There are different practices as to when to brush or floss your teeth. For example, some people brush their teeth first, then floss and gargle with mouthwash afterward. However, it is highly recommended to floss and then brush your teeth. Why? Flossing helps remove the food and plaque between your teeth, while brushing removes these unwanted particles from your mouth. 

If you’re wondering how often you should floss, you can do it once a day and brush your teeth twice a day.

How to Floss Your Teeth Correctly?

Now that you understand the importance of flossing and the type of dental floss you need, here’s a quick step-by-step guide to proper flossing:

• Wind about 18 inches of dental floss around one of your middle fingers. 
• Hold the floss tightly between your forefingers and thumbs. 
• Gently slide the floss between your teeth in a rubbing motion. 
• Never break the floss into the gums as it can damage your gum tissue.

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Author:

Dr. Siddharth Jain

He is the Soul of this dentistry practice. A proficient dentist and Implantologist, Dr. Siddharth comes with over 10 years of rich experience and niche skills in his field. His mission is to provide comprehensive dental services to all patients in an environment that is safe, reassuringly pleasant, and comfortable. Dr. Jain’s expertise goes beyond routine cases, into Implantologist, Laser surgeries, etc. He believes in constantly upgrading his skills and regularly attends conferences and workshops to keep abreast with the latest technology. He is a Member Of IDA, DCI, ISOI, and many more renowned associations of dentistry.

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