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Yes it can. Not flossing will leave food in between your teeth. That food will grow bacteria. That bacteria will eat away at your teeth and the roots will get infected. the infection, unless the tooth is removed or the infection is treated, will spread to your heart.
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What are the side effects of flossing?
Healthy gums and teeth that stay with you for a lifetime are the side effects of flossing! Never underestimate the benefits of flossing! If you are encountering problems when flossing, please notify your dental care provider for instructions on proper flossing methods.
What actors and actresses appeared in The Flossing - 2007?
The cast of The Flossing - 2007 includes: Banks Helfrich
Why is flossing important to the upkeep of dental hygiene?
The process of flossing is extremely important to the upkeep of dental hygiene. When combined with proper brushing, flossing removes any left-over particles of food, sugar and other cavity causing debris in the mouth.
Is it normal for gums to bleed and swell after flossing?
No! This is not normal, and you should talk to your dentist. If this is the first time you started flossing after not having to floss for a while, it is normal, but not healthy. Keep flossing, and it should stop. If it does not, talk to a dentists. In the mean time rinse with salt water.
Is flossing bad for you?
No. It is not bad for you. If not done properly it may hurt your gum tissue some, but nothing that is not reversible. Flossing will help clean the areas that your toothbrush does not reach.
How do you keep teeth healthy?
by brushing them and flossing them regulary.
What starts with a p and gets out of your mouth by flossing?
plaque
How does flossing reduce aging?
Flossing helps to prevent gum disease, which can contribute to the breakdown of gum tissue and bone structure in the mouth. This can help maintain a healthy mouth and prevent premature aging of the gums and teeth.
Does cheddar cheese clean teeth?
Studies have shown that cheese helps kill off the bacteria in the mouth. So nibbling some cheese after a meal is going to help with oral hygiene, but it is no substitute for brushing and flossing.
How does flossing and brushing your teeth involve science?
the science of flossing and brushing involves making an acidic atmosphere a basic one, which your teeth love. Flossing is removing bacteria from not only between the teeth, but under the gum line. Flossing also massages the gums, therefore promoting good blood flow to the gums. This provides ideal nutrition to the tissue and teeth.
Brushing and flossing may stop gum disease?
yes.
How do you prevent tooth and gum problems?
Brushing and flossing XD
