{"id":153,"date":"2018-03-11T08:50:06","date_gmt":"2018-03-11T08:50:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/?p=153"},"modified":"2018-04-11T23:57:01","modified_gmt":"2018-04-11T23:57:01","slug":"dentist-upper-arlington","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/dentist-upper-arlington\/","title":{"rendered":"Hear the Truth About Flossing From a Dentist in Upper Arlington!"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"ADo you feel like you\u2019ve always been told to floss, but you haven\u2019t been told exactly what it will do for you? Don\u2019t worry \u2013 we understand! As a dentist in Upper Arlington, we hear this question a lot, so we thought we\u2019d write an educational blog to help you make an informed decision about whether to add this habit in your daily routine.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019d like the scoop on what flossing can do for you, as well as the best technique for maximizing its benefits, keep reading to learn more. You\u2019ll be on your way to fresher breath, fewer cavities and healthier gums in no time!<\/p>\n

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Why Is Flossing Important?<\/h2>\n

In a nutshell, flossing is important because it\u2019s the only thing that can remove plaque from certain areas of the teeth and gums. Plaque is a bacteria-laden, sticky substance that causes cavities, gum disease and bad breath.<\/p>\n

A recent Web MD article<\/a> about the importance of flossing made two excellent points: The first is that part of what makes flossing a hard habit to establish is that it doesn\u2019t have any immediate payoff, and many people simply aren\u2019t as motivated by long-term benefits!<\/p>\n

If you can relate to this, one way to overcome your human nature is to remember how grateful you\u2019ll be to minimize the amount of dental work you need.<\/p>\n

The second good point in the article is that teeth have five surfaces, and brushing can only reach three of them. By not flossing, you\u2019re missing the two surfaces that are in between the teeth, where they touch. This is a common area for cavities.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s the Best Way To Floss?<\/h2>\n

As with most things, there\u2019s a right and a wrong way to floss. Although the best way to perfect your technique is to ask your dentist or hygienist to help you at your next checkup<\/a>, here are some tips and tricks to help you be successful.<\/p>\n