You’ve undoubtedly noticed that dental professionals tend to ask whether or not you floss your teeth regularly. The question makes sense given that regular flossing is considered an integral component of oral care on par with regular brushing. That’s because flossing is effective at cleaning food particles, plaque, and bacteria between the teeth where a toothbrush’s bristles don’t reach.
If you have had a cavity filled, a crown installed, or dental implant work done and more than a few years have passed, there is a chance that you should have this work inspected by your dentist. This kind of dental work is built to last as long as possible, but a number of factors can cause older dental work to fail, leading to further complications to your oral health.
Maintaining your oral health should be a matter of routine, with daily brushing, flossing, and regular professional cleanings and checkups at your Marco Island Dentist’s office. But no matter how diligently one follows proper dental care regimens, oral health problems can arise. Many dental problems become obvious due to pain or other signals such as bleeding of the gums. But some dental problems may arise without readily apparent symptoms, compromising your oral health until identified by your dentist.