Dacula Dental Associates LLC

Plaque buildup in the teeth is the main contributing factor for gum disease. Poor oral hygiene, smoking, diabetes, hormonal changes, or even inherited conditions can be risk factors for gum disease. Certain medications, which have the side effects of reducing saliva flow, and heart disease, are also included in the list of causes for gum disease.

Have you ever wondered if you should floss before you brush? As children, we are usually taught that brushing comes before flossing. This is one of the reasons why many people don’t floss. After brushing, the mouth feels clean and when the mouth feels clean, flossing feels like an option, not a …