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Show 14 LIFETIMES Feb. 15, 1991 H;::top Times ft ft H 0 ft o o m 'the dlymiimk. dip Like any other skill demanding manual dexterity, flossing takes some practice. It may seem awkward at first, but it will become easier each time. Your gums may feel sore or bleed the first few times you floss. But as plaque buildup is broken down, the bleeding will stop. If bleeding does persist longer than five or six days, however, consult with your dentist. The key to effective flossing is gentleness, according to officials in the dental clinic at the U.S. Air Force Hospital, Hill. Never snap the floss against the gums; this can damage gum tissue. And be thorough. Make sjire you floss every tooth, including your back teeth, where plaque readily ac- Snakes and sharks don't have to worry about oral hygiene. If they lose a tooth, a new one grows in its place. Not so with humans. If you want to keep your natural teeth all your life, you must do your part to keep them healthy, But your toothbrush alone can't prevent dental disease. Dental floss should be a part of your daily oral hygiene regimen. Only brushing and flossing together can thoroughly remove plaque, a sticky layer of bacteria constantly forming in your mouth and a primary contributor to the two most common dental diseases. Plaque combines with the sugars and starches you eat to form acids that attack your tooth enamel. These acids can cause cavities. If not removed regularly, plaque can also lead to gum disease, which gradually destroys the tissues and bones supporting the teeth. Gum disease can eventually cause teeth to shift, loosen and fall out. While brushing removes plaque from the inner, outer and biting surfaces of teeth, only flossing removes plaque from between teeth and under the gumline. Tooth decay and gum disease often start in those tight spaces where your toothbrush can't go. Flossing also removes food particles from between teeth that a brush can't DX) flosses sometimes slip more easily between tight or crowded teeth. Wider versions, often called dental ribbon or dental tape, teeth or work well on widely-spacefor people who have trouble grasping the finer floss. Mint- - and cinnamon-flavoreflosses are now available. And scientists are studying the feasibility of a fluoride-coverefloss. No matter what kind you use, what matters in the long run is ultra-fin- e d d d that floss disrupts the plaque-acid-deca- y process, keeps plaque from harming your gums, and helps you keep your teeth for life. clinic at the U.S. Air Force Hospital, Hill, in the interest of dental the American Dental Association and reprinted with permission. This article is provided by the dental health education during National Children's Dental Health Month in February. Editor's notes Copyrighted by rlBiM?rJ We're Out to be Free Credit Analysis HYUNDAI 1990 EXCEL GLS 4 DR. cast. SEDAN 1991 EXCEL Dolby sound, AJIoywfieels, floor mats, or, tinted glass plus more. L Free Tank of Gas Full tank with (Ask for Mr. Roman) 3 DR. purchase 3.8 V6, HE0025. s8371 1 was '10,933 auto, tilt, Exchange 30-Da- y Program tor Used Cars Buyer's Program 1990 MERCURY SABLE auto, Pkg. 951, rear wind, defroster, windlocks, cast alum, wheels, cass, light group. 3.0 V6, speed control, pwr. 261 . was $6600 DR. SEDAN '60 mos. at 10.99 with '500 1990 SONATA 4 '10.99 DR. SEDAN was 9988 was NOW tax for 60 mos., 0 DOWN total down. '10.99 for 60 mos., plus tax and license. DELIVERS 0 DOWN 1991 MERCURY TRACER Auto, trans, AMFM cass., air, pwr. moon roof, cruise, pwr. windowslocks, plus more. Fun Car. H 3,888 .,$299'9mo mo. $14,688 or$31927 and license. plus S88U1257 0.99 tor 60 mos., plus fax & lie, w$200 down. NOW First Time NOW o,189: 1991 SCOUPE 2 -- 1991 MERCURY COUGAR Hatchback, fully factory equipped, HE0014. rear wind, defroster, sport wheel covers. Pkg. NOW o o cumulates. Many different kinds of dental floss are on the market. Waxed or reach. Auto, trans., pwr. steering, AMFM J V 4 dr. notchback, 5 spd., AM-Fsteel belted radials. 2 stereo, tinted glass, radial tires, . dr, 5 spd, AM-Fpower steeringbrakes, clear coat paint. Stk. T1 01 77. TR1001. t f M 3,695 M0.341J229"; 1990 MERCURY TOPAZ stereo, tinted gloss, 1.9L, DELIVERS AS, I or '10.99 1937 for 60 i wnr mos, plus fax and license. NISSAN SENTRA Good looking 102488. 1987 mo. $3400 1988 CHEV CAMARO 1988 DODGE SHADOW 1990 2 dr, $4288 P4615 air, stereo, Must AM-F- NOW 4522A WAS $7 H 0,543 1988 HYUNDAI EXCEL hatchback, cass, 4 spd, 1990 FORD MERC. COUGAR 2dr,auto, 1989 $3988 $9324 Save, 1986 HYUNDAI EXCEL 3588 Nice, P4614 0 '60 mos. at 1 0.99, w5200 down, plus tax & license. WAS $4388 Truck, stick, $4888 Exccond. AM-F- very nice truck, P4598 $4988 P4504. $5988 1989 TOYOTA PICKUP CHEV CELEBRITY see, P4617 P4602 tilt, FORD equipped, auto, air, cruise, power seats, cass, PlPW, P4480 1990 CHEVLUMINA4 RANGER cass, Fully NOW $6488 DR. iOAAO Auto, air, stereo, Ml power, P4330 1989 DODGE $7888 0700 CARAVAN SE : $9988 (? i linEMtgi niMt MVTU |