Why Flossing is Important?

Flossing seems like such a simple act, but dental patients all over the world, including those who visit TLC Dentistry in Lexington, Kentucky, have a difficult time working it into their hygiene regimen. Maybe it's because flossing seems like it's repeating what Flossingtoothbrushes already do. However, the dentists at TLC in Lexington - Dr. John Thompson, Dr. William Lee and Dr. Pada Chalothorn - want to dispel this belief by educating their patients about the importance of daily flossing.

Why should I floss?

While brushing clears away bacteria buildup on the surface of your teeth, even the most expensive toothbrush can't quite reach the spaces in between your teeth. This provides a place for bacteria to congregate, multiply and harden into tartar, which is what causes gum disease and decay. Since these spaces aren't easily visible, damage to them can go unnoticed for a long time.

What does flossing do?

Think of flossing like law enforcement breaking up an unruly crowd: it interrupts the process of bacterial growth and keeps the spaces between your teeth free of debris. But because bacteria is always present in your mouth, your Lexington dentists stress to their patients that they must floss daily to avoid tartar buildup.

How can I make flossing a habit?

Your Lexington dentist will tell you that it doesn't matter when you floss, just that you do it! Therefore, try to work flossing into the most convenient time in your daily routine. The flossing picks that are available now make the process much handier; some people floss in their car before going into work, others keep a stash of picks by their bedside at night and floss while reading. Keeping a log of when you floss can give you a visual reminder of your progress.

For more tips on flossing, contact the team at TLC Dentistry in Lexington, Kentucky!

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