Remembering to brush your teeth each morning and night, as well as making a conscious effort to thoroughly floss at least once each day helps with more than just cavity prevention. Removing plaque, food particles, and sugar residue before they can calcify into tartar at the gum line also helps in the prevention of gum disease If hardened tartar does... read more »

The earliest stage of gum disease is referred to as gingivitis. The primary cause of gum disease is the presence of plaque on your teeth. If the plaque is not removed by brushing, flossing and regular cleanings by your dentist, it can build up. Plaque contains bacteria that will cause your gums to become inflamed and pull away from your... read more »