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kart23 ◴[14 Oct 24 22:24 UTC] No.41842758[source]▶

Isn't flossing not supported by science also, but all the news articles said you should keep flossing?

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criddell ◴[14 Oct 24 23:12 UTC] No.41843193[source]▶

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If flossing lowers the risk of certain types of gum disease and certain types of gum disease are associated with Alzheimer’s, then maybe flossing is (indirectly) good for your brain.

https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/good-oral-healt...

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1. m463 ◴[15 Oct 24 05:52 UTC] No.41845346[source]▶

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I thought it was gum disease and heart disease?

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Routine dental X-rays are not backed by evidence