Flossing can be a bit of a chore. It takes time to do it right, and if you haven’t flossed in a while, it can even be painful. It’s no wonder our team at Dr. Bill Dorfman DDS in Century City is constantly reminding our patients to brush and floss!

Flossing is vital to your dental health. You’ll never hear one of us say ‘don’t worry about the flossing,’ and for two critical reasons.

1. Bad Breath

Bad breath is something we all worry about. It’s part of our appearance, and we are all aware of how that can influence our relationships.

It makes sense, then, that bad breath would be one of the things you might worry about.

Flossing is a great way to help prevent bad breath.

Flossing helps you avoid plaque buildup between your teeth. It also helps flush out pockets of bacteria. Together, plaque and bacteria can create bad breath.

2. Cavities

When bacteria is allowed to build up on your teeth, tooth decay can occur. Plaque buildup is a concentration of bacteria. When plaque is allowed to remain between your teeth it gives bacteria a chance to destroy enamel and damage your teeth. Cavities are damage to your teeth caused by bacteria.

Flossing gets between your teeth where your brush can’t reach, and cleans away plaque buildup. It also loosens pockets of bacteria that can be removed with a quick rinse.

Flossing will help you keep plaque and bacteria from developing between your teeth.

At Dr. Bill Dorfman DDS in Century City we recommend flossing every time you brush your teeth. Our services include complete general and family dentistry. People from Beverly Hills, Hollywood, and Los Angeles also come to us for dental implants and much more. Call our office to schedule your next checkup today!

Contact Dr. Bill Dorfman, DDS – Century City Aesthetic Dentistry:

310-277-5678

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

2080 Century Park E Ste 1601
Los Angeles, California
90067