Do you floss each day? If you don’t, you are letting bacteria build-up that can lead to the formation of dental health issues such as cavities, gum disease, and tooth decay.

What about brushing? Isn’t that enough? Even though brushing your teeth is critical to keeping your mouth healthy, it does not remove all of the bacteria that may be in between your teeth and around the gums.

When you allow bacteria to build-up around your gums and between your teeth, the likelihood of developing cavities and decay increase. Besides these two issues, gum disease can also occur when you skip flossing.

In order to protect your gums and teeth from these issues, you need to brush and floss every day. These health problems do not just affect the mouth, they may also have an impact on your overall health. If you want to make sure you are flossing correctly, click here.

If you are concerned about the health of your gums or teeth, be sure to schedule an appointment with Dr. Faist in Beachwood, OH.