General Dentistry and Flossing in Chesterfield MO

Today’s general dentistry post is for those who want to make flossing a habit. At Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Center, we want you to make flossing a part of your dental health routine, so your teeth, gums, and smile are healthy and happy.

Is flossing more important than brushing? Well, no. We think they’re about equal. Both are really important to dental health.

Brushing and flossing are important because together, they remove plaque from your teeth. Plaque is a sticky substance that forms as food breaks down in your mouth. If it isn’t brushed away, it can harden into tartar, and cause tooth decay.

We generally advise using a length of ordinary dental floss, instead of a floss holder. Work a short length of floss between the gaps in your teeth and dig out any debris you find there.

If you want to, you can find flavored floss. That makes flossing more enjoyable. We’ve seen fruit flavored and mint flavored floss in the oral care products aisle at the grocery store.

Should you floss before you brush, or after? It really doesn’t make much of a difference. Some people have strong opinions one way or the other. We think the important thing is that you do both.

At Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Center, we like to see our patients every six months for a thorough cleaning and checkup. We provide general and cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, and treat conditions like sleep apnea. Schedule an appointment with us today.

Contact Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Center:

314-576-0088

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

14377 Woodlake Dr Ste 205
Chesterfield, Missouri
63017