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TIL: there is minimal, short-term, and generally unreliable evidence that flossing might reduce gum inflammation, but no convincing evidence that it promotes plaque removal or prevents tooth decay or dental cavities :
![TIL A 2008 review of 11 studies found flossing was no more effective than brushing alone in reducing plaque or gingivitis. A 2011 review found "some evidence" from 12 studies, and "weak, TIL A 2008 review of 11 studies found flossing was no more effective than brushing alone in reducing plaque or gingivitis. A 2011 review found "some evidence" from 12 studies, and "weak,](https://external-preview.redd.it/m4LpyVtNjLr8dJwRHZgWoELOUylHuGBojom3AAWWtMM.jpg?auto=webp&s=bcb1f7d2574dd073708538fbcc556cc4eb15ae88)
TIL A 2008 review of 11 studies found flossing was no more effective than brushing alone in reducing plaque or gingivitis. A 2011 review found "some evidence" from 12 studies, and "weak,
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