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Should you floss before or after brushing?

By Dr. Ben Pinkston In Miscellaneous June 9, 2015

Flossing is a crucial part of your daily dental health routine. The ADA recommends flossing at least once a day to help eliminate plaque from the areas around your teeth that your toothbrush can’t reach.

Recently, MouthHealthy.org asked its subscribers and readers if they floss before or after they brush. The results? 53% said brush first, 47% said floss first.

Naturally, the next question is “who is right?” Should flossing be done before or after brushing? The answer is everyone; the most important part of flossing is that you do it. It doesn’t matter when you floss, as long as you floss; you’re doing a good job!

Some people floss during the middle of the day, some prefer mornings, while others prefer flossing at night before bed. Whatever time of day you chose to fit your routine the best is great, as long as it is a constant part of your routine!

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