Used to think flossing was a scam pushed by dentists

I avoided flossing for years because I figured it was just a way to sell more dental floss. Then I tried it for 2 weeks straight after my hygienist in Portland challenged me, and my gums stopped bleeding during cleanings. Has anyone else blown off a simple health habit for way too long?

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bennett.patricia5d ago

Real floss is just one option though, interdental brushes work better for some people.

grant.sam5d ago

Stick with it. My dentist told me to try the little rubber picks instead of string floss, and it was a game changer. Way easier on tight spots and my gums quit bleeding in about 10 days. You might switch if the string gets annoying.