Brushing, Floss & Basic Dental Care

Basic dental care, including regular checkups and dental x-rays, can keep your mouth healthy and may even help your heart. You can brush away dental plaque until it hardens into tartar—then your dental hygienist needs to scrape it off. Brushing twice a day and flossing at least once is recommended to remove dental plaque. But it’s important to brush teeth gently and use a soft toothbrush. Also, take care that your dental floss doesn’t cut into your gums.
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