How Often Should You Floss?
Posted on Oct 18, 2016 12:20pm PDT
If you’re like many people, chances are you don’t have any
trouble remembering to brush your teeth twice per day. However, when it
comes to flossing, it may be a different story. Dental care experts recommend
that you clean in between your teeth once per day. During your next
dental examination in Lake Stevens, ask your dentist about the best techniques for flossing. There is some
debate over when the best time to floss is, but the bottom line is that
it is more important to do it once a day—regardless of when. Flossing
helps remove food particles and bacteria that can harden into plaque and
tartar, which then lead to gum disease and tooth decay and the need to
visit a dental office. You may notice some discomfort when you first start
flossing, but that should dissipate within about a week’s time.
If you feel too tired at night to floss, consider changing your routine
to floss in the morning. You can floss before or after you brush your
teeth—the important thing is that you floss every day for good dental care.
