10/02/2026
Should you floss first or brush first? π¦·
It's the dentist's version of the chicken-or-the-egg question. I recommend flossing first. Flossing clears food particles from between your teeth, so your toothpaste can reach those areas when you brush and the fluoride can do its job. One clinical trial found that flossing before brushing left more fluoride between teeth than the reverse.
Whichever order you choose, do both every day. Which camp are you in? Comment below! π
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