Sorry Haters, But You Can’t Stop Flossing Your Teeth Just Yet

You may or may not be aware of all of the latest buzz in today's news about flossing. This article below does a great job of explaining why we encourage all of our patients to continue flossing! One recent study doesn't necessarily undue years of practice. Please take a look at the article below and keep flossing!! 

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"For years, dentists have recommended flossing as an essential element of dental hygiene. But according to a new report by the Associated Press, the medical benefits of flossing may be total bunk.

The news made the rounds Tuesday, causing nothing short of a media uproar. Everyone from the Department of Health and Human Services to the American Dental Association has recommended daily flossing to prevent plaque buildup, gum disease and cavities, but according to the AP, these claims have been based on research with major flaws, such as outdated testing methods and all-too-brief study lengths.

But dental professionals say it’s not quite time to ditch the floss. A lack of good research doesn’t prove something is ineffective ― just that it hasn’t been a priority for research funding."

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