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Yes, I floss every day and have done so for 40 years. I will soon be 70, have all my teeth and will keep them until I die. To keep your teeth, eat a good diet low in sugar, brush with fluoride toothpaste, and floss.

Ducky

Fluoride is still being debated in a lot of places.

Ducky

@nomdeplume...I've heard some say, and quite recently too, that it IS the answer to ALL tooth decay which I guess, is the reason that it is still being debated, after all these years.

We here in the UK are renowned for not having the best routines in dental hygiene, but I myself have never flossed, never felt the need, my teeth aren,t perfect by any means but they are healthy and clean enough with regular brushing and the occasional toothpick.

Ducky

Try flossing after you brush and see how clean you got them, just with brushing. You will be shocked.

Hi Bob did you know I read that flossing helps to prevent alzheimers...right back to the question yes I have OCD with the flossing I floss about 6 times a day I love flossing I also have a electric toothbrush have been using electric toothbrush for about 25 yrs

Flossing is part of the daily routine... I am a freak about my teeth.

Ducky

@Bob/PKB Isn't that the same kind of question as "Do chickens have lips"?

Bob you know my teeth are pretty good.  My mom let a dentist pull four teeth when i was about 9.  i was born with perfect teeth.  me and all my brothers and sisters, white and straight.  having those four teeth pulled has caused me some problems.  but my teeth are ok.  i see my dentist 2 x's a year.  but i am sad i had those teeth pulled.  my mom did not know any better.  i don't even remember having any cavaties as a young kid.  but dentist have to make money somehow & my mom did not know any better.

Ducky

Dentists used to pull teeth routinely, rather than fill them. It was just the norm. My current dentist cringes when she even talks about "pulling". Most do not do that now.

Ducky

My dentist will attempt to "save every tooth" and that includes wisdom teeth.

I floss, use a pixie brush and water pick at least twice a day. 

No, I don't. I don't have the teeth to floss.........

Ducky

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I brush a couple times a day and only floss occasionally, or when I have something stuck in my teeth.

at least 3 times a day. before bed, after meals, upon arising.  my dentist said i do not need to floss upon arising, but dr. oz said you should.  & i love and listen to dr. oz advice.

Every time I eat something . Had braces at 35 and it got to be a habbit . Brush about 3-4 x a day too.

Yes I do floss.  If you think that it's not necessary, then try this.  First of all, try an electric toothbrush, rather than a standard one.  You will notice a HUGE difference.  Brush your teeth thoroughly  (2 full minutes is what dentists recommend).  Now floss and see what is removed.  You will be astounded and realize how much is left behind, if you don't floss.

I certainly do. my mother taught how to floss when i was little. I've been flossing since then. If you don't floss,then the food and crap will stay inbetween your teeth and start to rot. It's gross

yes,every day.

No not me ..my teeth are like stars they come out at night...

I use rope (big gaps between teeth). Does this count?

If the gaps between your teeth are large, use interdental brushes. These are like miniature bottle brushes and great for older people with gum recession.

Yes, I floss. Even when I run out I might pull a loose thread off of a shirt. If you try this though make sure that the thread is not too thick because once you get it in there it may not come out easily. Not even floss can get it out.

Thanks.

bob you are lucky to have that big mouth!