Dental calculus (hardened plaque) can be seen within the red circles. Soft plaque on the teeth that is not removed with regular brushing and flossing will combine with the minerals in your saliva...
Category: Oral Hygiene
A new year is upon us, and oral health has never been more critical. Oral health is connected to our whole overall health. I always discuss emerging products and top dental products with my patients...
When my patients come to see me, a part of their visit includes my asking them about their oral hygiene routine. I get the odd patient who tells me they use mouthwash every time they brush, and I...
As a dental hygienist, I always ask my patients how many times a week they are flossing. And I get quite a few answers back saying never. I am appreciative of the honesty. However, what happens if...
Dental flossing can help remove food stuck between the teeth and disturb the bacteria that can cause gum disease and tooth decay. But can flossing damage the teeth? As a dental hygienist, I often...
You walk down the dental hygiene aisle in the store, and there are so many products to choose from. Some look promising, and others have nice and pretty packaging, but what floss do dental hygienists...
