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But a new study suggests certain types of floss and other behaviors may actually increase the amount of toxic chemicals in the body....
The research, published this week in the Journal of Exposure Science and Environmental Epidemiology, comes from the Silent Spring Institute in collaboration with the University of California, Berkeley's Public Health Institute. For the study, scientists examined the blood samples of 178 California-based middle-aged women and measured 11 different per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (or PFAS) chemicals previously linked to a various health implications, from testicular cancer and thyroid disease to decreased fertility and high cholesterol.
The findings
According to the study, women who flossed with a particular dental floss — Oral-B Glide — had higher levels of the PFAS perfluorohexanesulfonic acid (PFHxS) compared to women who did not. The National Institutes of Health notes PFHxS has been previously linked to high cholesterol and altered thyroid function.
Brushing immediately after meals? You may want to wait.
originally posted by: ctccta787
literally the only people who floss are Americans (flo$$ cartel).
I'm English, we know about handsome teeth.
originally posted by: InwardDiver
a reply to: JAGStorm
This is a hard pill to swallow. Flossing removes the water repelling plaque that doesn't come off through brushing alone. Quitting flossing seems like a bad idea. Maybe the water pick is better than flossing, I don't know. Tha plaque needs to be removed somehow.
You may become frustrated searching for the answer to this question online. Scientific research shows that oral irrigation, such as the Waterpik, is superior to string floss in reducing plaque and gingivitis. However, most dentists continue to recommend flossing before or after using a Waterpik.
it may be easy to prove that, in fact, flossing is good for your oral health, and I would not be surprised if it turned out to be good for you in other ways, since gum disease has been linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and stroke.
originally posted by: KKLOCO
a reply to: JAGStorm
That is interesting.
I’m 43 and have probably flossed maybe 20 times in my life. Not one single cavity or any dental work beyond cleanings in my entire life. Bought a water pick about 2 years ago and haven’t used it once either.
originally posted by: JAGStorm
Everyone’s favorite place, the good ol’ dentist office.
I was told something today that made my jaw drop and I was seething mad.
I was told to stop, YES, STOP flossing! FLOSSING
FLOSSING FLOSSING FLOSSING
You know that little thing that dentist and hygienist have been nagging us to do for oh, at least the last 50 years.
We were even told flossing could help prevent heart disease. Is everything a LIE?
So he tells me new research is showing that flossing might do more harm than good by shoving bacteria and germs further into the gums, then bone/teeth. He said ditch the mouthwash too. Research is saying that we need the good bacteria in our mouth, and there is a microbiome connection.
Water picks are OK.
PS. I’m a person that flosses minimum three times a day so this is going to be a fun habit to break!
originally posted by: JAGStorm
originally posted by: KKLOCO
a reply to: JAGStorm
That is interesting.
I’m 43 and have probably flossed maybe 20 times in my life. Not one single cavity or any dental work beyond cleanings in my entire life. Bought a water pick about 2 years ago and haven’t used it once either.
20 times, do you not get food stuck in your teeth?
originally posted by: KKLOCO
a reply to: JAGStorm
That is interesting.
I’m 43 and have probably flossed maybe 20 times in my life. Not one single cavity or any dental work beyond cleanings in my entire life. Bought a water pick about 2 years ago and haven’t used it once either.