Tag: plaque
What Steps Are You Taking to Combat Bad Breath?
What steps are you taking to combat bad breath? Bad breath, also referred to as halitosis, is the result of a nasty or foul odor emanating from your mouth. It is often caused by a lack of oral hygiene but it may also be a symptom of a far more serious ailment within your mouth […]
Why Not Give Yourself the Gift of a Healthy Smile?
Tooth decay affects 60-90% of teenagers and adults (the WHO) and 75% of adults have some type of gum disease (the ADA). Your smile has one major enemy, and that is acid, as it forms into plaque and calculus on your teeth and around the gumline. This soft, sticky film contains millions of bacteria which […]
The Best Time to Brush
You know that you should brush your teeth every day, but do you know when the best time to brush is? Or how often you should brush? Similarly, do you ever wonder if you should brush or floss first? Today, our team at [practice_name] is happy to address questions like these. Most dentists recommend that […]