Why Should I Use Dental Floss?

You should use dental floss before you brush your teeth twice daily to remove and plaque and food that may have gotten stuck in between your teeth. plaque is a sticky bacteria substance that sticks to your teeth, which is why you should brush twice daily and floss. This will prevent the plaque from building up and eating away at your teeth and gums. Sometimes brushing alone will not get rid of food and plaque, and if plaque and food is left to build up it will may cause your gums to become irritated and inflamed and may eventually, if left untreated, rot your teeth.

How To Use Dental Floss

Dental floss is a thin thread that can be placed in between your teeth to remove food and plaque. However if you use dental floss incorrectly you may cause damage to your gums. For more information on how to use dental floss correctly you should speak to a dental professional so that they can advise you what to do.

What If My Gums Bleed?

When you first start flossing you may notice that your gums bleed slightly. This is because the gums may be slightly irritated buy food and plaque build up, but after a few days the bleeding should stop. If after a week your gums are still bleeding then you should contact a dental professional who can check your gums.

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