HOW TO AVOID

GUM DISEASE

It is important for everyone to knowhow to effectively combat gum disease

and practice proper oral hygiene.

One very effective way to avoid gum diseaseis to floss your teeth on a regular basis.

Flossing will remove the plaqueand bacteria that can lead to this problem.

Brushing your teeth twice a day withtoothpaste that uses fluoride is yet

another good way to ensure that youdo not get gum disease.

Get regular cleanings at your dentistso you can have all of the plaque

removed from your teeth that doesn'tcome out when you floss and brush.

Professional cleanings are essentialwhen it comes to good oral hygiene.

Avoid drinking sugary and acidic drinksthat can wear away at the enamel

of your teeth.

Specialized high-fluoride toothpasteprescribed by your dentist can be an especially

good way to prevent gum disease.

Preventing gum disease is largely a matter ofgood regular oral hygiene, which includesflossing and brushing at least twice a day.

Use mouthwash to kill bacteriaand plaque that can lead to cavities.

Make a point of seeing your dentistat least twice a year for cleanings

and fluoride treatments.