Let’s face it… many of us know we need to floss, but many of us do not floss.
Why is that the case? Is it because we don’t know how? It’s too hard to reach the back areas? Or is it because we just don’t think we need to as mouthwash will “blast away” all the plaque like “dynamite against germs”?
Why do we floss?
Firstly, we floss because it enables us to remove plaque and food particles in places where a toothbrush cannot easily reach — under the gumline and between your teeth. Because plaque build-up can lead to tooth decay and gum disease, daily flossing is highly recommended.
One of my university lecturers once told me “you don’t have to floss… you just floss the teeth you want to keep!”
Do yourself a favour and let’s get flossing! brushing alone is only doing half the job!
