Regular Floss vs. Floss Picks
WHICH IS MORE EFFECTIVE?
Regular Floss vs. Floss Picks Of course, using floss picks to clean between your teeth and all of the surfaces that brushing alone does not reach is better than not flossing at all, but floss pickers do not bend and stretch in various angles to clean your teeth and gums properly. While floss picks remove some plaque and debris, they also can leave a lot behind. Another concern with floss picks is that they are only made up of a short piece of floss. This means that while it collects bacteria, plaque, and other particles, it can only pick up so much, and you may just spread the bacteria around your mouth. Because floss picks only contain about an inch of floss, it quickly shreds and hangs onto even more harmful bacteria after a short period of use, which may do more harm than good in the long run. Ultimately, in a pinch, floss picks are an excellent way to remove a piece of broccoli or popcorn kernel that is wedged between your teeth, but for a thorough cleaning, traditional floss is a better option to ensure that you get all the nooks and crannies in your mouth!
Throughout your life, your parents, dentists, teachers, and even strangers have likely reminded you of the importance of flossing your teeth. In fact, flossing plays a crucial role in the health of your mouth — it removes leftover food particles and plaque from the areas that toothbrushes miss and helps prevent cavities and gum disease. There are many different types of floss, including the most commonly used spools of floss and floss picks. Between those two, what are the differences, and which is more effective? Regular Floss Pull about 18 inches of regular floss from the spool and wrap it around your fingers. From there, you should gently slide the floss between your teeth in a C shape. Make sure to get under the gum line to remove food debris and bacteria. Floss Picks Alternatively, floss picks hold a much shorter piece of floss on a D-shaped bow while you slide it up and down along each tooth to remove plaque and food that becomes wedged in your teeth.
SMILE-FRIENDLY RECIPES
BRAIN BREAK!
IRISH PANCAKES
Ingredients
• 2 cups all-purpose flour • 1/2 tsp baking soda • 1/2 tsp kosher salt • 1 tbsp white sugar
• 1 large egg, beaten • 1 cup buttermilk • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
Directions
1. In a bowl, sift the dry ingredients together. Set aside. 2. In a skillet, brown 1 tbsp of butter. 3. In a separate bowl, mix the beaten egg, buttermilk, and browned butter. 4. In a constant stream, add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients while stirring. Do not over beat! 5. Heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Add 1 tbsp of butter, stir until the skillet is coated, and then add a few large dollops of batter (about 3 inches wide) to the pan. Do not overcrowd. 6. Cook 4–5 minutes a side, until golden brown and cooked through. Serve with butter, jam, and syrup.
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