Brushing Good oral care is part of a healthy lifestyle. It’s easy to keep your teeth and gums in good health. A simple routine of daily teeth cleaning, good eating habits and regular dental visits can help prevent tooth decay (cavities) and gum disease. What causes tooth decay and gum disease? Your teeth are covered
read moreWhen you are grinding your teeth or clenching your jaw, it’s called bruxism (BRUCKS-is-im). Grinding is when you slide your teeth back and forth over each other. Clenching means you tightly hold your top and bottom teeth together. Bruxism is something that children and adults of any age may do. Many people with bruxism wake themselves up during the
read moreFluoride: Nature’s Cavity Fighter Cavities that are not treated can cause pain, loss of teeth, and spread of infection. The good news is you can prevent most cavities with good dental care and fluoride. What Is Fluoride? Why Is it Important? Fluoride (FLOOR-eyed) is a natural mineral in all water sources — even oceans and
read moreWhy do I need to clean between my teeth? Even if you brush twice a day, there are places your toothbrush bristles can’t reach. There are several ways to clean between your teeth and flossing is the most common. Flossing removes plaque and food particles from between teeth and under the gum line. Your dentist
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