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Daily flossing or interdental brushing is beneficial according to UK dentists

Poor oral health can lead to heart disease and respiratory diseases

08-Jan-2020

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Flossing or using interdental brushes on a daily basis is good for our dental health.

Better equipped to remove food particles and bacteria that can build up between teeth.

Reach areas of the tooth that toothbrushes cannot.

Reduces gum inflammation, plaque between their teeth, bleeding gums and bad breath.

Floss before brushing to unplug the gaps and brush teeth twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste.

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British Dental Association

Trade union and professional body of dentists in UK

Damien Walmsley

Professor of Restorative Dentistry at University of Birmingham Dental School

Iain Hoeltschi

Specialist Orthodontist in UK

Reena Wadia

Specialist Periodontist practicing in UK

Rhona Eskander

Specialist in Cosmetic Dentistry

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