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vmg12 • yesterday at 9:13 PM • 1 reply • view on HN

> actual evidence that flossing is helpful seems pretty limited

If I don't floss my breath smells terrible because of bacteria and bacteria causes tooth decay. I'm pretty certain I'm not special.


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aeonik • yesterday at 10:53 PM

It depends on the bacteria living in your mouth.

Some people get lucky, and even with low brushing, won't get cavities.