HERE’S WHY YOU SHOULD FLOSS
                     HERE’S WHY YOU 
SHOULD FLOSS
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You Should Floss: If flossing isn’t part of your everyday oral health routine, it should be. That is, if 
you want healthy gums and teeth.
The recommendation from the Australian Dental Association is that adults and children floss their 
teeth once a day for at least two minutes. Brushing twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush is 
also recommended.
Here are a few reasons why you should floss regularly.
FEWER CAVITIES
Flossing removes plaque and reduces the risk of dental cavities or caries. Plaque is a sticky film that 
accumulates around and between teeth and along the gumline. It forms when bacteria, acids, food 
and saliva mix together.
Dental plaque, when it isn’t removed through flossing (and toothbrushing), can cause tooth decay, 
dissolving tooth enamel and creating cavities. When it hardens and turns into tartar, then gum 
disease may develop.
GUM DISEASE PREVENTION
Gum disease can be unpleasant. It can even be dangerous. Pain, tenderness and bleeding are 
common gum disease symptoms. Serious infections may cause gum recession, tooth loss and 
systemic health problems.
Typically, gum disease begins with mild gum inflammation known as gingivitis. It then progresses 
over time to periodontitis. Fortunately, you can prevent gum infection altogether with daily flossing 
and brushing.
FRESHER BREATH
Suffer from halitosis? Chronic bad breath is an embarrassing problem that can cause significant 
psychological distress, but flossing every day can help keep the condition under control. See 
halitosis treatment.
Food that gets stuck between the teeth when we eat naturally decays with time. The result, 
generally, is foul-smelling breath. By flossing to remove the food particles (and plaque), you can 
eliminate the foul smell.
LOWER RISK OF HEART DISEASE
Consistently flossing and brushing your teeth is the way to go if you want a healthy, fresh-smelling 
mouth. However, there is evidence that the benefits of good dental hygiene extend to the 
cardiovascular system as well.
In a 2019 study, for example, researchers found that improved oral hygiene care was associated 
with a lower risk of heart failure and atrial fibrillation amongst participants. Both are potentially 
deadly diseases.
As you can see, it’s important to floss and brush your teeth daily for not only dental but also physical 
health. Thorough cleanings by a professional dental hygienist every six months can be highly 
beneficial, too.
Contact Integrity Dental today to set up an appointment with one of our dental specialists.
     
  
Integrity Dental
Angelica Astrom
(02) 9651 4488
[email protected]
https://integritydental.com.au/