Who Invented Dental Floss?

Who Invented Dental Floss?

Do you think dental floss is a modern invention or that it’s been around for a while? If you guessed the latter, you are correct. People have used string and other tools to dislodge food from their teeth for thousands of years. However, the invention of modern dental...
Are You Fibbing about Flossing?

Are You Fibbing about Flossing?

When you visit your dentist for a checkup, do you lie when you’re asked if you’ve been flossing? If you say, “Sure, I’ve been flossing,” when in fact you haven’t been flossing regularly – or at all – you’re not alone. According to a survey by the American...
Pros and Cons of Water Flossing

Pros and Cons of Water Flossing

Good oral hygiene can help prevent cavities and gum disease that can lead to tooth loss. While the American Dental Association recommends that you floss your teeth once a day to remove bacteria and food particles, only 14% of Americans floss daily. Some people,...
Who Invented Dental Floss?

How to Floss Correctly

One question every Hendricks County resident will hear when they visit Danville Family Dentistry is: “Are you flossing every day?” For a lot of patients, the answer will be “no.” While most patients are good at brushing their teeth twice a day, for some reason, many...