Floss (or interdental brushes) daily
What it is
Start when any two teeth touch — a parent does it until about 8–10; gum disease later links to heart disease and diabetes.
Sources
- Healthy habits: floss when two teeth touch — American Dental Association
- First dental visit by age 1; fluoride; oral habits — American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
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