Poor oral health is not only about cavities and yellowing teeth. It can wreak havoc on your overall health, leading to serious health risks such as heart diseases, diabetes, respiratory issues and much more.
Christmas 2023: Poor oral hygiene is visible through various symptoms, including persistent bad breath, toothaches, gum inflammation, and tooth sensitivity. Neglecting oral health can lead to severe complications like cavities and gum disease.
Hopefully you already know that you should brush your teeth at least twice per day. But did you know that, in addition to brushing your teeth, you should also be flossing twice daily too? Lucky for you, WH
talked to expert dentists about how to floss properly. And spoiler: You re probably doing it wrong.
“Brushing your teeth only cleans three of the five exposed tooth surfaces,” explains
Bill Dorfman, DDS, a cosmetic dentist based in Los Angeles. “A toothbrush cannot clean in between your teeth, so if you don t floss, you are leaving dangerous bacteria in your mouth.” In addition to giving you bad breath (no one needs that!), this harmful bacteria can actually cause your teeth to decay. That’s why it’s best to floss a minimum of two times each day, but preferably after every meal, snack, or sugary drink, Dr. Dorfman explains.