2023-08-07 05:00:00
Written by Nahir Abdel Nabi Monday, August 07, 2023 08:00 AM
Dental hygiene is one of the most important things to take care ofthe teeth Not only does it fight bad breath, it also prevents cavities and gum disease, and contributes to bright white teeth. But when it comes to flossing and brushing, some people may not care regarding the correct sequence.
According to the healthy website, using a toothbrush is an excellent way to clean it, remove dental plaque, and prevent cavities, but it is not sufficient to maintain dental health and prevent gum disease, as oral health requires more than that.
Flossing contributes to maintaining good oral hygiene; Because it removes dental plaque and leftovers stuck between the teeth.
Why is it better to floss before brushing?
Some people brush and then floss their teeth. The problem with this sequence is that leftover food – plus plaque and bacteria from between the teeth that the floss removes – will remain in the mouth until you brush once more.
Therefore, when flossing and then brushing the teeth, the brush movement removes food residues from the mouth, which leads to a decrease in plaque deposits in the mouth, and a decrease in the risk of gum disease.
According to a study, fluoride in toothpaste can do its job of protecting teeth better, but only when removing impurities first.
How to prevent gum disease?
Gum disease – or what is called periodontal disease – is an infection in the mouth that damages the soft tissues and bones supporting the teeth. Gum disease occurs when a lot of bacteria accumulate on the surface of the teeth.
This disease may result from poor oral care, which includes poor brushing or flossing, and neglect of routine dental cleaning.
What are the symptoms of gum disease?
Bad breath.
Swelling and redness of the gums, feeling pain.
Loosening of the teeth.
– Bleeding gums.
Dental plaque removal:
It is important to floss in addition to brushing your teeth daily. Because dental plaque is the main cause of gum disease, plaque usually becomes hard on the teeth within 24-36 hours, but if you floss regularly and brush your teeth, it probably won’t harden.
After flossing and brushing, we must not forget to spit out the rest of the toothpaste without rinsing the mouth. This may surprise many people who are used to rinsing their mouth with water or mouthwash following brushing their teeth.
The reason for not rinsing the mouth following brushing the teeth:
Rinsing your mouth with water following brushing your teeth removes fluoride, a mineral that is added to many oral care products to strengthen teeth. As a result, toothpastes don’t do enough to prevent tooth decay.
Resist the urge to rinse your mouth immediately following brushing your teeth. To keep the fluoride on the teeth for the longest possible period of time and if there is concern that an excessive amount of toothpaste remains in the mouth, the mouth can be rinsed with a teaspoon of water, then spit it out.
If we want to use mouthwash to get fresh breath and avoid tooth decay, we must wait a few hours following brushing the teeth, in addition to stopping eating and drinking for at least 30 minutes, following using a fluoride-containing rinse.
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