Even if you brush your teeth twice daily using fluoride toothpaste, you still might not be doing everything possible to ward off tooth decay, cavities, and gum disease. Although brushing is the most vital part of your at-home oral hygiene routine, flossing is also imperative.Â
Flossing the teeth at least once every day can elevate our oral hygiene and improve our oral and dental health. Brushing can remove bacteria, food debris, and plaque only from the tooth surfaces and easy-to-reach areas in the mouth. When you floss, it helps eliminate debris and bacteria from areas in between teeth and along the gum line as well, thus significantly reducing the risk of tooth decay and gum disease.
The major benefits offered by flossing are as follows:
Since flossing is a vital part of the oral care regimen, it is important to do it in the right way to yield maximum benefits. Here are the steps to follow while flossing:Â
Flossing at the right time is equally important as following the right method of flossing. During your oral hygiene regimen, it is recommended to floss first and brush your teeth afterward. Flossing releases food debris, bacteria, and plaque from in between the teeth. So, when you brush your teeth and rinse your mouth after flossing, these particles can be effectively eliminated from the mouth.Â
If you want to learn more about proper oral hygiene techniques, visit 406 Dentistry at 1315 U.S. Hwy 2 W, Kalispell, MT 59901, United States, or call (406) 890-6364 to schedule an appointment.