{"id":171,"date":"2020-02-07T16:53:12","date_gmt":"2020-02-07T16:53:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=171"},"modified":"2020-02-28T16:53:36","modified_gmt":"2020-02-28T16:53:36","slug":"flossing-or-toothbrushing-which-one-should-be-done-first","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/flossing-or-toothbrushing-which-one-should-be-done-first\/","title":{"rendered":"Flossing or Toothbrushing: Which One Should Be Done First?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/AdobeStock_85582165__1582908519_39595-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Floss container sitting beside a toothbrush on a dark surface \" class=\"wp-image-172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/AdobeStock_85582165__1582908519_39595-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/AdobeStock_85582165__1582908519_39595-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/AdobeStock_85582165__1582908519_39595.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that some dental experts report that brushing\nyour teeth only removes about 60% of plaque and bacteria from your mouth? The remaining\n40% hides where toothbrush bristles can\u2019t reach, like between your teeth and\njust underneath the gumline, which is why flossing is so important for a\nhealthy smile! However, if you want to make the most of your dental routine, should\nyou floss before or after brushing your teeth? The answer may surprise you!\nRead on as your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/meet-dr-yarnell.html\">Jonesboro\ndentist<\/a> explains the pros and cons of each. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Flossing After Toothbrushing Optimizes Fluoride Coverage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To understand why you might want to floss after brushing\nyour teeth, it\u2019s important to understand how fluoride works. This important mineral\nis found in most toothpastes and tap water systems. Once it\u2019s mixed with your\nsaliva, the protective shell of enamel around your teeth can absorb it. By\ncombining with other compounds there it creates fluoroapatite, which is\nresistant to decay and strengthens the enamel against cavities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some dentists believe that flossing is most effective after more\nfluoride has been introduced into your mouth with toothbrushing. Theoretically,\nflossing under this condition helps to maneuver the fluoride into those small spaces\nyour toothbrush can\u2019t reach, therefore maximizing its coverage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Flossing Before Toothbrushing Reduces Plaque Buildup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>However, research from the American Academy of\nPeriodontology indicates that fluoride may work better when used after\nflossing. In their study, participants who flossed before brushing had less\nplaque overall and retained more fluoride than those who flossed after\nbrushing. This led them to the conclusion that removing bacteria and debris\nbefore applying fluoride boosted its performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When beginning a dental routine with flossing, plaque and\nbacteria are removed from those tough-to-clean spaces like between the teeth\nand just under the gumline. By reducing this buildup, the fluoride is able to reach\nthe enamel unhindered and penetrate it more easily. Additionally, dental experts\nbelieve that introducing the fluoride at the end of a dental routine allows it\nto stay in contact with the teeth for a longer period of time instead of being\nscraped off by flossing afterwards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Bottom Line<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As the research stands, it appears that flossing your teeth\nbefore brushing them may be the more effective option. However, regardless of\nwhen you floss, the most important factor is that you floss regularly. Allowing\nthe plaque and bacteria leftover after brushing to build up may lead to an\nincrease in tooth decay and a bacterial infection in your gum tissue, which is\nknown as gum disease. Thankfully, with daily great oral hygiene practices and biannual\ncheckups with your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/about-us.html\">dentist<\/a>,\nyou can easily keep your smile happy and healthy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>At Woodsprings Family Dentistry in Jonesboro, AR, we are\nfocused on creating confident, beautiful smiles by finding solutions that work for\nyou and your lifestyle. With over seven years\u2019 experience in dentistry,\ncountless hours of continuing education, and the latest advanced dental\ntechnology, Dr. Sarah Yarnell will make sure that you\u2019re as relaxed and\ncomfortable as possible while you get the excellent oral healthcare you deserve.\nShe\u2019d be happy to go over more ways to make your dental routine more effective during\nyour regular dental checkup, via her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>,\nor at <strong>(870) 932-8488. <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that some dental experts report that brushing your teeth only removes about 60% of plaque and bacteria from your mouth? The remaining 40% hides where toothbrush bristles can\u2019t reach, like between your teeth and just underneath the gumline, which is why flossing is so important for a healthy smile! 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