Your dentist may remind you at each appointment to make sure you are brushing and flossing daily. Although you may feel the dentist is nagging you about proper at home dental care habits your dentist knows that along with regular cleaning are the key components to keep your teeth and gums healthy.

In addition your dentist know that how well you take care of your mouth could actually affect your entire body. Think about it your mouth is the front door to the rest of your body, and it is not pristine. Your mouth is filled with bacteria. Having proper oral and dental care habits helps reduce harmful bacteria in your mouth, as well reduce what is getting though the door to the rest of your body.