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Now that it\u2019s 2023, you\u2019ve likely formed some New Year\u2019s Resolutions. Maybe they\u2019re goals like \u201clearn a new language,\u201d \u201close weight,\u201d or even \u201cget a promotion at work!\u201d That said, you may want to add \u201cfloss more often\u201d to this list of aspirations. Doing so would give a serious boost to your oral health<\/a>. As for managing that task, let your local Corbin dentist help out. Here is a summary of why flossing is crucial, how to do it correctly, and how to make it a habit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why Floss at All?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At first glance, you might not view flossing as a worthy resolution. After all, many people think a toothbrush is enough for oral care. However, there\u2019s more to floss than you\u2019d think.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You see, the truth is that daily brushing isn\u2019t enough for healthy teeth. The practice can\u2019t cover some hard-to-reach areas, so it doesn\u2019t stop all plaque buildup. Meanwhile, floss can rid those areas of bacteria and food bits. It thus lowers your risk for cavities, gum disease, and worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Do You Floss Correctly?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Interestingly, flossing requires proper technique to be effective. To get good results, then, remember to use the following steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Break off some floss and wind it around one of your middle fingers. Wind the remainder around the same finger of the opposite hand.<\/li>
  2. While being careful not to snap it into the gums, guide the floss between your teeth.<\/li>
  3. Curve the floss into a C shape and slide it between the gum and tooth.<\/li>
  4. Rub the floss against the sides of your tooth, moving it away from the gum with up and down motions.<\/li>
  5. Repeat steps one through four on the other teeth.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    How Do You Make It a Habit?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    You could take various approaches to make flossing a habit. Some of them are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n