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Dental care 101: Why should I floss?
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When you brush your teeth, you're only able to reach about 60% of your teeth. So, imagine if you left 40% of your body unwashed for weeks upon weeks, you'd be pretty dirty. So, why would you do that to your teeth? Flossing prevents gum diseases and will keep your breath fresh.
More importantly, if you don't floss then bacteria builds in between your teeth. This bacteria can make its way into your blood stream, which can lead to heart complications in the future. So, if you want a healthy body, make sure to floss at least once a day or after every time you brush. By leaving bacteria untreated, your gums will become inflamed and irritated, leading to gingivitis. Gingivitis is not a fun gum disease, and after time it can affect the bone structure of your teeth.
One reason why most of us don't floss is because we think it takes too much time. Who can afford taking a minute or two to floss after we brush? We all can! Once you learn how to properly floss, it can become a part of your daily routine. Dental floss is cheap and is not messy, so get in the habit and make your gums happy.
To learn more about keeping your heart healthy from flossing, see what the Wilmington Wellness Examiner has to say.
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