Dentists and hygienists are always going on about cleaning in between your teeth with either floss or inter-dental cleaning aids. Honestly, what’s the point? Why bother cleaning in between the teeth with something that requires the dexterity of a safe-cracker?
Plaque bacteria causes holes in the teeth; gum disease; bad breath; teeth becoming loose; infection and abscess in the mouth; fillings to fail; is linked to heart disease, diabetes, stroke and premature births. It can form on your teeth four to twelve hours after brushing. It starts to form just above the gum line of each tooth. So not just part of the tooth that you can see but also in between the teeth. About 40% of the tooth surface is missed if you don’t get in between your teeth.
That’s why its so important to brush and clean in between your teeth twice a day.
We know that flossing can be a very tricky process especially when you need to get to the back teeth. Our resident hygienist at Time Dental, Mandy, shows an alternative way of cleaning in between your teeth. Have a look at the video above.
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by Dental DesignSite last updated: September 2024
