If you think of brushing, flossing, and using mouthwash as something for the vain, watch this video to gain an understanding of the interconnection between oral health and general health. As the video explains, brushing your teeth a few times each day rids the mouth of harmful bacteria. Without dental care, bacteria can infect gums and teeth plus travel through the bloodstream to other areas of the body. When harmful bacteria travel, it can cause heart problems, pneumonia complications, and many other serious health problems.

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To protect your teeth and gums, brush your teeth at least twice per day with fluoride toothpaste. Floss your teeth to dislodge food particles that become trapped between them. Finish your oral health routine by washing your mouth out with a fluoride-containing mouthwash that kills bacteria and helps to strengthen your teeth.

Visit a dentist at least once per year for a general oral health examination and teeth cleaning. The dentist scrapes off tartar and plaque buildup that can harm your teeth during this cleaning. Every few years, the dentist updates the x-rays of your mouth they keep on file. By comparing these X-rays with the current state of your teeth, the dentist determines how quickly any problems spotted have developed. Make your annual appointment today and care for your teeth every day!.