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Dr Sen and his
of researchers looked into the effects of flossing on our
. He said: "We aimed to determine which oral hygiene
- dental flossing, brushing or regular dentist visits - has the greatest
on stroke prevention." The team found that flossing teeth at
once a week could lower the risk of different types of stroke by 22 per cent to 44 per cent. Dr Sen said flossing could reduce the
of stroke "by reducing oral infections". He added that flossing was a
and easy way of caring for your teeth and body. He said: "Many people have said that
care is costly. Flossing is a healthy
that is easy, affordable and
."
