I just had a crazy cavity filled and when I asked what caused it the dentist said I wasn’t flossing enough. I know it’s important to floss, but I don’t get how just not flossing every night could’ve caused so much breakdown inside my tooth.
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flossing gets rid of food stuck in your teeth that bacteria feed on, and removes buildups of bacteria that your toothbrush or mouthwash can’t get too. The crevices in between your teeth without flossing become a protected haven for these bacteria to cause enamel erosion or periodontal disease.
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