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[–] ChairmanMeow@programming.dev -1 points 15 hours ago (2 children)

Some people somehow just don't get plaque for some reason so in that case it's maybe pointless, but most people do.

Brushing twice a day, properly (with good toothpaste and a good electric toothbrush) basically eliminates the need for flossing.

[–] MoffKalast@lemmy.world 2 points 6 hours ago* (last edited 6 hours ago)

Nope, not even with an electric one. It doesn't get into the areas between the teeth at all.