About 30% of people lie about how they floss. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Flossing should be a part of everyone’s oral care routine and this habit should start early in life.

Brushing your child’s teeth twice daily with a fluoride toothpaste is essential but brushing alone is not enough to keep his or her mouth clean.

There are places toothbrushes can’t reach, especially those in between your child’s teeth. Flossing will help dislodge plaque and keep those areas clean.

Why is flossing important?

If we don’t floss, we miss cleaning one-third of our tooth surface. Poor oral hygiene leads to oral diseases such as cavities and gum diseases. Did you know that gum disease can lead to strokes, pneumonia and other health problems?