Dear MEL School’s
Topic Readers,
Does flossing your
teeth prevent tooth decay?
How often you floss
in addition to regular toothbrush may depend on how much you believe in the
benefits of doing it. Many of you might have heard from your dentists while in
the chair that the main purpose of tooth brushing is to remove plaque before spreading.
Plaque is the sticky film of bacteria. If it’s left on or between teeth, it
breaks down the surface and decays the tooth or inflames the gum. So, it’s
essential to brush your tooth as soon as you finish your meal or snack, especially
after enjoying sugar-contained food or drinks.
But how effective is
flossing? Does it remove more plaque from your teeth and reduce the risk of
tooth decay or gum disease? Unfortunately, it seems better than not doing it
but not as much as you hope.
Enjoy reading and
learning about how effective flossing is.
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