Is Flossing More Important Than Brushing?
What is the ideal ritual for adequate oral hygiene? Surprisingly, there is no consensus even among dentists and scientists, let alone among the general public. And one of the questions that create heated debates is: flossing or brushing? Or, for that matter, can you replace one with the other? If you go unprepared to do an internet search, the answers will confuse you. Some people vouch for tooth brushing. Others state that it is quite enough to floss. In this article, we will look at the debate from a strictly medical perspective and use reputable sources of information. What Does Flossing Do? When you floss your teeth, you pass a special type of thread between your teeth, dislodging food residues that get stuck in these tight spaces. Flossing is easy…