Did You Know Flossing Can Damage Your Gums?

If you look after your teeth, you probably floss regularly as advised by your dentist. Flossing is an effective step in a good oral health routine, but like every process it is best to get it right. It is possible to floss too aggressively and cause damage. Here’s how:

– Flossing too hard can wear away gum tissue and create areas for harmful bacteria to enter

– Aggressive flossing can also wear away at your tooth enamel over time

– Gums subjected to aggressive flossing can bleed

– Too much heavy flossing can expose the roots of teeth, exposing them to nasty bacteria.

“Flossing should be done with some pressure, but not excessive pressure. Just like brushing, it’s important to do this task gently for best results.”

Read more about the effects of aggressive flossing here: https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/can-you-be-too-aggressive-with-your-flossing/