“Plaque requires mechanical removal with tools such as string floss ... brushing and flossing do not. I also highly recommend it for gum health, as it reduces the chances of gingivitis and gum disease ...

Flossing your teeth might be so much of a chore that you avoid it — and maybe lie to your dentist about it. But flossing helps reduce the risk of you ever having to deal with the symptoms of gum ...