Forming a flossing habit: an exploratory study of the psychological determinants of habit formation
50 participants; frequency and positive attitude predicted automaticity; flossing after brushing produced stronger habits and more frequent flossing at eight months.
50 participants; frequency and positive attitude predicted automaticity; flossing after brushing produced stronger habits and more frequent flossing at eight months.
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doi:10.1111/j.2044-8287.2012.02086.x. Abstract read: 50 participants; frequency and positive attitude predicted automaticity; flossing after brushing produced stronger habits and more frequent flossing at eight months.