Dentist Flossing Teeth With Ceramic Brackets

The dreaded question (and the one most people lie about) when going to the dentist: have you been flossing regularly?

Though everyone’s least favorite dental activity, flossing plays a vital role in keeping your teeth and gums healthy. Brushing removes much of the surface buildup on teeth, but it is only a partial job in keeping your mouth clean.

Flossing gets underneath the gum line to remove the buildup that causes issues such as gum disease. Each time you eat, food debris, plaque and bacteria build up along your gum line. Flossing pulls these particles down and out of your gums, leading to a cleaner, healthier mouth.

Because of the addition of braces, flossing often gets completely left out of a dental routine.

We understand that flossing can seem like a monumental task – especially if you have braces. However, there are some tips and tools you can use to make flossing with braces easier.

Watch our video below to learn the proper way to floss with braces.