The Not-So-Routine Routine Dental Cleaning
The American Dental Association generally recommends that you get a routine checkup and dental cleaning from your dentist twice a year. At these regular visits, your dentist assesses your current oral
Too many people ask if flossing is necessary. We say YES! And so do the leading national dental and health care organizations:
Now that we are generally in agreement that flossing should be a necessary part of your regular dental routine, let’s learn about why you should floss and how best to floss.
Dentists agree that there are a number of benefits to flossing, including:
Studies have shown that flossing before brushing your teeth is more effective in removing food particles and plaque. We recommend flossing before brushing your teeth at least once a day, either in the morning or at night before bed. Newtown Dentistry suggests leaving your floss next to your toothpaste and toothbrush as a regular reminder.
You know how good your teeth and mouth feel after leaving the dentist? That’s because dentists and dental technicians know how to properly brush and floss to remove any buildup. Take a look at this demonstration video from Newtown Dentistry on proper flossing. Once you see how they perform the practice, it’s simple to do it properly at home.
To properly floss, break off about 12 to 18 inches of floss and wrap both ends around your fingers. Gently move the floss up and down the sides of each tooth below the gumline. As stated in the video, if your gums bleed while flossing, you should continue. You are getting rid of any existing inflammation and building up your healthy gums.
According to a study associated with the ADA, Americans have used such handy items as fingernails (61%), folded paper or cards (40%), cutlery including a knife, fork, or spoon (21%), safety pins (14%), and even strands of hair (7%) to remove food stuck between their teeth. In addition to being less effective than floss, some of these items can cause unnecessary pain.
Here are some of the more common floss types readily available:
Newtown Dentistry strongly recommends that regular flossing be a part of your regular dental routine, which should also include:
At Newtown Dentistry, we believe everyone deserves a beautiful smile and healthy mouth. We can help you and your family get on a regular schedule for proper regular dental care. Schedule your appointment now. Or, call us anytime at (215) 774-5496.
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Newtown Dentistry
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February 9, 2023
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