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With December almost over, 2022 is drawing to a close. That being said, have you thought about your goals for 2023? Now is a good time to make resolutions for the new year \u2014 weight loss, job advancement, etc. In particular, you might want to try flossing more often. Doing so would boost your oral health<\/a> and give you a prettier smile! If you\u2019re interested, your St. Peters\u2019 dentist will even help out. Here\u2019s a summary of why and how to floss for better teeth in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why Bother Flossing?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As a New Year\u2019s resolution, flossing might sound dull or tame. You might wonder, then, why to even bother with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You see, the truth is that a toothbrush isn\u2019t enough for healthy teeth. There are some places the tool can\u2019t reach, so it doesn\u2019t stop all plaque buildup. Fortunately, though, floss can get into those areas and remove bacteria and food bits. It thus lowers your risk for tooth cavities, gum disease, and worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Floss Correctly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Using floss is harder than it looks. As an oral health practice, it requires that you have proper technique. You\u2019ll thus need to follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Break off some floss and wind it around one of your middle fingers. Wind the rest on the same finger of the opposite hand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Guide the floss between your teeth using a gentle rubbing motion. Be careful not to snap it into the gums.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Curve the floss into a C shape and slide it between the gum and tooth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Rub the floss against the sides of your tooth, moving it away from the gum with up and down motions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Repeat steps one through four on the other teeth.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    How to Make It a Habit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    There are several things you can do to make flossing a habit. Some tips include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n