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Experts agree proper oral hygiene includes brushing your teeth twice a day, eating a low-sugar diet, and visiting a licensed dentist regularly, but what about flossing? Recently, there have been rumors going around on the internet that flossing isn’t as important to dental care as oral health professionals once thought. The team at Lowitz & Meier in Cincinnati is here to quash those rumors. According to this family dentistry practice, you absolutely should not stop flossing.

First, however, they want to address the sources that say flossing is no longer important. This all stems from flossing being left out of last year’s federal dietary guidelines, an omission many people took as the government saying it wasn’t important to dental care. In fact, this is simply false, and the American Dental Association, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and family dentistries across the country want to make it clear that not only is flossing integral to oral health, but the federal dietary guidelines are not the proper source for dental care tips.

dental careIn light of this misinformation, Lowitz & Meier wants to take some time to remind their patients just why flossing regularly is so vital. Brushing alone doesn’t get rid of all the plaque-causing food particles left behind in your mouth after you eat, especially those stuck between your teeth. By flossing at least once a day, you’ll be sure to really get those little crevices as well as all the surfaces of your teeth, thus lowering your risk of tooth decay and gum disease.

Proper dental care leads to better health overall, and for quality family dentistry services, Cincinnati residents can turn to the dentists at Lowitz & Meier. They have almost fifty years of combined experience, and their board-certified team is always up to date on the latest research and practices to ensure your continued oral health. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call them today at (513) 285-7305 today or visit them online

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