I was at the dentist last week, you know, just for a regular cleaning, and she started telling me this horror story about gum disease and teeth falling out and stuff. Um, yeah—not exactly the relaxing appointment I was hoping for, lol. Anyway, now I'm flossing religiously (like twice a day religiously) and mouthwashing and everything. But I'm kinda wondering if there's more I should be doing or if I'm going overboard here...
Haha, dentists have a special talent for those horror stories, don't they? Mine once casually mentioned how plaque buildup could lead to heart problems... talk about motivation. Anyway, sounds like you're already doing plenty—twice a day flossing is impressive. I went through a similar panic phase and my dentist eventually told me once a day flossing plus regular brushing and mouthwash is more than enough. You're probably fine easing up a bit, just keep it consistent.
"Mine once casually mentioned how plaque buildup could lead to heart problems... talk about motivation."
Haha, dentists definitely know how to drop those casual bombshells. Honestly though, twice a day flossing might be overkill unless your dentist specifically recommended it. I had braces for years and got pretty obsessive about oral hygiene—my orthodontist eventually told me consistency matters way more than frequency. Once a day flossing, thorough brushing, and mouthwash is plenty for most people. Just keep it steady and don't stress too much... your gums (and sanity) will thank you later.
