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The Dentist: Toss the Floss? Flush the Brush?

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The Effects of Flossing on Gums

Gums can start to get damaged because of the bacteria that's hanging out near them. And it can start this whole inflammatory reaction that's called gingivitis. This is why when you hear the phrase long in the tooth, it's literally that as we get older, our gums will like recede and it looks like your teeth get longer.

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