Many people don’t realize that when you brush you only reach about two thirds of the surfaces of your teeth. The remaining third is located between teeth where your toothbrush can’t reach. That is why flossing is important; dental floss reaches in between teeth removing food debris your toothbrush missed. Your dentist is not nagging… Continue reading Is daily flossing really that important?
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Electronic Toothbrush: A Great Weapon Against Plaque Formation
While you can clean your teeth properly with a manual toothbrush if you brush each tooth consistently for the same amount of time, an electronic toothbrush can increase efficiency when it comes to oral hygiene. Brushing your teeth, along with flossing, is an essential part of preventing oral health conditions – particularly tooth decay and… Continue reading Electronic Toothbrush: A Great Weapon Against Plaque Formation
Oral Piercings: The Hidden Risks to Your Health
Modifications to the oral cavity and surrounding facial tissue can affect your oral health. While oral piercings and dermal modifications are a popular method of self-expression, it is important that patients understand the risks they take before modifying their bodies. If you are considering an oral or dermal piercing, we encourage you to have a… Continue reading Oral Piercings: The Hidden Risks to Your Health