How important is flossing? Straight talk from a dentist

March 24, 2022
In honor of National Flossing Day today, share this refresher with your reluctant patients about the importance of cleaning between the teeth.
David R. Rice, DDS, Chief editor

Nine out of 10 people agree that they're sick of the flossing lecture. So is David R. Rice, DDS, chief editor of DentistryIQ—and he's more than happy to share the various options for cleaning between your teeth.

In this gallery, you'll learn that while using traditional dental floss is never a bad idea, there are numerous other options for interdental cleaning—getting in between your teeth to remove plaque and debris and protect against oral disease.

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