There are two kinds of people: flossers and those who should be flossing. No matter how annoying you find it, using something — be it string floss, picks or a water flosser — to get plaque (a ...

HOLMDEL, N.J. (AP) – It’s one of the most universal recommendations in all of public health: Floss daily to prevent gum disease and cavities. Except there’s little proof that flossing works. Still, ...

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Not enough of us regularly floss our teeth, and even fewer think about what’s in our dental floss. But maybe we should. A new investigation by Consumer Reports and Made Safe finds some surprising and ...

Flossing is the best way to remove food particles and dental plaque from the tight spaces between your teeth, and when left in place, this bacteria can cause cavities between teeth, gingivitis, and ...

Flossing and brushing your teeth regularly are both important for your dental hygiene. For maximum benefit, floss before you brush. You don’t have to be told the importance of good dental hygiene.