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What kind of New Year\u2019s resolutions have you made for 2023? Many people set goals based around improving their health, such as losing weight or exercising more often. However, if you specifically want to take better care of your smile<\/a>, you might consider resolving to floss every day. Here\u2019s why flossing is an important part of any oral hygiene routine as well as a few tricks for turning it into a habit over the coming year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Importance of Flossing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many people aren\u2019t as diligent about flossing as they are about brushing. More than half of Americans report not flossing regularly, and as many as 20% don\u2019t floss at all. This is a major problem because flossing is essential for protecting your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The carbohydrates and sugars in the foods you eat can get stuck between your teeth. Harmful oral bacteria can feed on these food particles and turn them into an acid that gradually breaks down your enamel, leading to cavities. Since a toothbrush can\u2019t clean between your teeth very effectively, flossing is the best way to remove bacteria and food debris from these hard-to-reach spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips for Remembering to Floss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Research shows that it takes around two months for a new behavior to turn into an automatic habit. Until you reach this point, you\u2019ll need to make an effort to remind yourself to floss every day. Here are a few tips that can make the process easier:<\/p>\n\n\n\n