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It is important to floss your teeth every day to keep your mouth healthy. While you know that brushing your teeth at least twice a day is important, but what about flossing? It\u2019s just as important and that doesn\u2019t mean only a couple days a year right before your next dental appointment. Here are a few reasons why you shouldn\u2019t ignore the flossing aspect of your oral health.<\/span>
\nPlaque doesn\u2019t rest. <\/b>If you skip a few days of flossing, it allows bacteria the perfect amount of time to solidify. Plaque begins hardening within hours of eating. Once 48 hours have passed, the cavity-causing substance will be firmly stuck to your teeth. When this occurs, it is best removed by a professional cleaning.<\/span>
\nBleeding gums will stop.<\/b> Are you skipping the floss because you don\u2019t want to bleed again? While this might seem counterintuitive, flossing can actually help to reduce the occurrence of bleeding gums. If you remove bacteria from the gum line, your body won\u2019t send blood cells to the area to fight the infection. Happy gums mean a happy you!<\/span>
\nYou\u2019ll be healthier.<\/b> \u00a0Heart disease, stroke, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and even respiratory disease have all been linked to gum disease. By maintaining your gum health, you can help cut down your risk of other serious conditions. You can also improve your condition, if you\u2019re already affected.<\/span>
\nYour teeth will stay strong. <\/b>What\u2019s worse than getting a cavity? Getting a cavity in between two teeth. Remove bacterial buildup in those hard-to-reach areas, and you\u2019ll save yourself the pain of going under the drill.<\/span>
\nSchedule an appointment<\/a> with Dr. Michael Connelly<\/a> at [business-name] in [city], [state] to learn more about the importance of brushing and flossing. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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