Happy National Flossing Day! After enjoying a grand meal, today reminds any and all of us to take care of our teeth and gums.
This health observance takes place each year on the day after Thanksgiving!
The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends flossing at least once a day to achieve the best results for oral health.
Daily flossing removes plaque from areas between your teeth where a toothbrush is ineffective. Plaque can turn into calculus or tarter so it is important to floss daily.
Flossing is also an important step in the prevention of gum disease and cavities.
When is National Smile Day?
There are a variety of flossing products that help us take care of teeth. We can use waxed or unwaxed floss.
Minty wax gives our gums a fresher breath. The floss removes food particles and prevents plaque build-up between cleanings.
For more information on flossing, go to www.Flossing.org.
HOW TO OBSERVE
This would be a good day to develop the habit of flossing. Do you ever wonder who invents the things that keep our teeth healthy?
We explore 9 Inventors Who Influenced Dentistry to answer some of your questions.
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HISTORY
In 2000, The National Flossing Council created National Flossing Day.
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