When Tristen Boyer recently had a couple of cavities filled, her dentist suggested she get fluoride treatment afterward. She has Crohn’s disease, which puts her at increased risk for tooth decay.

Professional teeth cleaning is a procedure aimed at preventing tooth decay and gum disease. Dentists and dental hygienists perform professional teeth cleaning at the dentist’s office, usually ...

Flossing is the best way to remove food particles and dental plaque from the tight spaces between your teeth, and when left in place, this bacteria can cause cavities between teeth, gingivitis, and ...

ATLANTA - Dr. Hannah Alexander of Alexander Family Dentistry in Smyrna says you need a good dental cleaning every six months or so to keep your teeth and gums healthy. "You want to take tartar off ...

Standing in front of the mirror and maneuvering thin floss between your teeth isn’t pleasant. However, flossing is an essential part of any oral hygiene routine — it removes plaque, a sticky film ...

At your regular appointment, your hygienist will first clean your teeth and remove any plaque buildup. This process is called scaling. After your teeth are clean, your hygienist might take scans of ...

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(AP) — When Tristen Boyer recently had a couple of cavities filled, her dentist suggested she get fluoride treatment afterward. She has Crohn’s disease, which puts her at increased risk for tooth ...