Is there any point to flossing?

[ThisRaven]

I've never flossed but always brushed my teeth twice a day and my teeth seem to be fine (I'm in my 40s). No one in my family does either, but am always being told it's important for everyone to floss. Surely a couple of decent brushes a day is enough isn't it?

I use the interdental brushes and cannot believe the crap I get out from between my teeth. I use an electric tooth brush twice a day as well

I brush my teeth well twice a day, I thought it was enough as it has been for years. My dentist always says he won’t make his fortune out of me.
Something odd happens as you get older though and, towards 50 & post menopausal, found I was suddenly getting discolouration on buildup. Only a little, but it was noticeable. The hygienist session was brutal, although my teeth looked fantastic after being done. I now floss religiously every evening because although I will see a hygienist again, I don’t want them to have to get rid of much in one go again and suffer that intensive clean and polish again!

https://www.bristolmenopause.com/our-blog/gum-disease-and-the-menopause/#:~:text=With%20less%20saliva%2C%20the%20risk,the%20risk%20of%20gum%20disease.

Yes there is, it’s cleaning between your teeth. But ask your dentist how much you need to do it (I’m the same age and its definitely makes a difference to me). I use TePe sticks each night.