Dental professionals have been telling us about the importance of flossing for years. And yet, despite consistent reminders from our dentists, so many of us are guilty of not flossing our teeth daily. However, flossing is more important than many people realise.

Regular flossing plays a vital role in a good dental hygiene routine. Brushing your teeth morning and night is great but it isn’t enough to prevent the build-up of plaque and tartar.

Find out more about the top benefits of flossing and why you should make it part of your daily routine.

Gets rid of plaque

Plaque is a substance that forms on and in between your teeth when the bacteria that is in your mouth mixes with starchy and sugary food and drink.

Plaque is strong enough to break down carbohydrates and if you don’t regularly clean it from your teeth and gum lines, it will start breaking down the enamel of your teeth.

If this bacteria isn’t removed with brushing and flossing, it can lead to painful dental decay. This can be avoided by flossing, brushing and regular dental checkups with your Newcastle dentist.

Can reduce the risk of cavities

Tooth cavities are both painful and expensive. When you allow food, plaque and tartar to build up on and between your teeth, you run the risk of having cavities form in the hard enamel of your teeth.

Regular flossing can remove small particles of food that your brushing may miss and will also prevent plaque and tartar from building up between your teeth.

Reduces bad breath

Bad breath can be a common problem that is easy to avoid. Rather than reaching for the chewing gum, consider flossing regularly to help alleviate the issue before it gets worse.

Flossing helps to reduce bad breath by removing any trapped food that may be stuck between your teeth. Any food that has been stuck there for a while will start to rot, which not only causes bad breath but can also cause decay between your teeth as well.

Helps to prevent gum disease

Gum disease or gingivitis is a serious dental infection that can often be prevented before it is a problem. Some of the first signs of gingivitis are bleeding gums after brushing and inflammation of the gums.

This can eventually progress to the more serious condition of periodontitis, where your gums will begin receding and pulling away from your teeth. Serious cases can result in tooth loss.

Flossing can help to prevent gum disease by preventing the build-up of plaque and tartar between your teeth. A good, thorough dental hygiene routine is imperative to help prevent gum disease.

Take care of your smile by taking good care of your oral health. Having a good hygiene routine that includes flossing every day can help to prevent so many dental issues.

Flossing has a whole range of benefits and should be a priority when it comes to protecting your smile, along with regular visits to your Newcastle dentist for check ups.

If you require a great team to help you with your dental concerns, contact us today to make a booking with one of our experienced dentists.