Regular interdental cleaning, including flossing, significantly reduces dental plaque and gingival inflammation, contributing to better overall oral and systemic health.
Evidence for · 3
Is self interdental cleaning associated with dental plaque levels, dental calculus, gingivitis and periodontal disease?
2011 · cited by 51
Crocombe et al. (2011) found that regular interdental cleaning is associated with lower levels of plaque, calculus, and gingivitis.
Evidence against · 1
Primary prevention of periodontitis: managing gingivitis.
2015 · cited by 0
A 2015 consensus report states that interdental brushes are generally preferred over flossing for plaque removal unless spaces are too tight, though mechanical interdental cleaning overall remains a staple.
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Association between dental floss use and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease in American adults.
2025 · cited by 6
Data analyzed by NHANES participants in 2025 linked regular dental floss use with a reduced risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.
Plaque Control Efficacy: Interdental Brushes versus Dental Floss
2022 · cited by 2
A randomized trial by Fatima Jinnah Dental College (2022) showed that interdental cleaning tools such as dental floss significantly improve plaque and bleeding scores.