What do you know about flossing your teeth beyond the fact that it should be done daily? Perhaps you know about different types of floss and that it helps prevent issues like decay (as well as gum health problems). Do you know, though, about the details of your dental hygiene process? Is it better to floss in the morning? Before you brush? Let’s check in on your knowledge (and potentially improve it), so you’re doing your absolute best for your smile.
Quiz Questions: True or False?
- True or False: When you floss your teeth, it is extremely important that you do it after you brush or not at all.
- True or False: Flossing your teeth during your dental hygiene session should feel painful to some degree. Otherwise, you’re probably not doing a thorough job.
- True or False: We only suggest you floss your teeth before bed. If you do it in the morning, you’re not giving yourself the full benefit of this essential oral health practice.
Quiz Answers
- False. It actually doesn’t matter when you do it in relation to your brushing, just that you floss. Protecting your oral health requires you to floss before or after your brushing session; both work equally well.
- False. Pain or discomfort is not a sign that you’re doing something right with your dental hygiene. To the contrary, it means you’re pressing too hard. Lighten up, so you can effectively get rid of bacteria and debris without causing injury.
- False. In the morning is perfectly fine. At night is great, too. It’s completely your decision!
