The maxim that a beautiful smile helps open doors never goes out of style. In fact, a well-kept smile, as well as a synonym for health, also reveals a person who takes care of hygiene and appearance with a real business card in the smile.
To achieve a beautiful and healthy smile, brushing is not always enough, as it alone can not remove plaque and small residues that lodge between the teeth, especially in places where the brush does not reach. When not completely eliminated, such residues contribute to the increase of plaque, the emergence of bad breath, cavities, tartar and gum disease. Therefore, to ensure perfect oral hygiene, daily flossing is indispensable.
Although many people know it, not all people regularly floss because they are unaware of its importance or even ignore its efficiency. According to some surveys, out of 6 Brazilians, only 1 makes daily flossing, which is considered to be worrying.
In fact, flossing is as important as a toothbrush, what sets them apart is only the areas they can reach. The floss should preferably be used before brushing, since some of the residue leaves the floss and the other ends up in regions where the brush reaches.
For those who don't have the time or are just too lazy to floss with each brush, the good news is that using it at least once a day, preferably after dinner, already helps minimize waste buildup and prevents You spend long periods with debris between your teeth and remove plaque that forms mainly in areas where the brush bristles do not reach.
As each person has a different type of dental arch, there are several options on the market to meet the most varied demands. People with teeth that are too close to each other, which make it difficult for the wire to pass, should give preference to plastic wires made with Teflon or nylon. They help the floss pass and slip between the teeth without fraying. For those who do not have their teeth so close, the option is waxed threads made of fabric. In addition, there are different thicknesses and even flavors, all so that no one has any excuse not to use the yarn.
If you are unsure when choosing the most appropriate type for your teeth, it is worth consulting with your dentist who, in addition to indicating the correct floss, can teach you how to use it correctly.
Anyone who has never used the wire can be scared by small bleeds that may occur the first few times. If the reason is not to over-force the thread, it may be due to the lack of use, which causes over time the food waste to accumulate in the region causing inflammation, a problem that the This principle is not considered serious and can be alleviated with daily use of the yarn. However, if this bleeding is severe or persists for a long time, it may be some symptom of gum problem such as gingivitis and the dentist should be consulted to identify and resolve the problem.
If you have children and aren't in the habit of flossing often, be aware that most of the hygiene habits that children should incorporate for a lifetime are learned at home through parenting.
Incorporating flossing into your hygiene routine is simple. Leave it always at hand and marry its use with the brush and a good mouthwash. This will ensure clean, healthy teeth and smile at ease.
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