Category: Adult Oral Health

A lot of us know that we are supposed to brush our teeth but we still struggle to drag a brush over our teeth daily.  You may not notice …

What is the best way to clean plaque off teeth?  Is brushing only the best way to clean plaque off teeth?   Plaque is the thin biofilm that is deposited on the …

Brushing, Flossing or Otherwise: What is the best way to clean braces?  Is brushing alone the best way to clean braces?   We all know the importance of dental hygiene and taking …

Is flossing with gum disease safe? Is it OK to floss with active gum disease? Gum disease is the most common condition that happens inside your mouth, even more …

 There is no doubt that using a water pik is good for your oral hygiene, but have you considered that the device itself needs to be cleaned? Have you …

Can flossing truly prevent heart disease? Keep flossing to prevent heart disease, not just gingivitis. Have you ever considered that your oral hygiene has a direct link to your …

Gum disease with braces is an everyday story at a dentist’s. Plaque inducing bacteria are found in abundance in all humans with no exception. They form plaque, which if unchecked, …

Quite recently, we had a few patients who came up to us and said, “Is gum disease contagious by kissing, because I kissed this XYZ guy/girl”, and “Can you …

IntroductionWhy does flossing hurt? Patients flock to dentists with this everyday complaint and require further clarification. Flossing or Interdental cleaning assists in the removal of various substances.  These range from …

Can Flossing Cause Receding Gums? A review of the oral hygiene regimen Is my Flossing Technique causing my receding gums? A Proper oral hygiene regimen usually consists of brushing …