Along with brushing your teeth, you should also be flossing on a daily basis. Flossing will remove plaque and debris in areas that your toothbrush isnt able to reach. A buildup of plaque can lead to gum disease or tooth decay, which is why flossing is very important. If you floss immediately after brushing, youll notice that your gums and teeth will be much healthier.
When you look at dental floss, youll notice there are two types – nylon and single filament. You can get nylon either waxed or un-waxed, in several different flavors. Nylon floss is made up of several strands of nylon material, meaning that it can shred, tear, or snag between the teeth if it gets caught on sharp teeth. Even though the single filament floss is more expensive than nylon, it will slide easily between teeth, even tight areas and spaces. Unlike nylon, single filament is impossible to shred or tear.
No matter which type of floss you choose, as long you floss regularly, it will remove debris from your teeth and gums. If youve never tried flossing before, you will probably be amazed at just how much debris and food particles it can remove. Flossing is recommended by dentists...