When you care about the health of your teeth, you make sure to brush and floss your teeth regularly. But after brushing and flossing, is mouthwash really necessary? Let’s talk about how mouthwash affects your mouth so you can decide if it’s right for you. Keeping Your...
Valentine’s Day often creates opportunities for closeness. Whether it is heading out on a date or spending time at home with your spouse, the holiday is all about celebrating couples. If you have bad breath or halitosis, those intimate moments may not be as enjoyable....
Most people wouldn’t say that flossing is at the top of their list of favorite things to do. For that reason, a lot of people choose not to floss, while others only floss occasionally. However, flossing daily is important to your oral health, and it only takes a few...
Periodontal disease is the inflammation and infection of the gum tissues that needlessly afflicts the oral health of millions of Americans each year. It often starts out as gingivitis. It occurs when plaque and residual food particles are not effectively removed...
Do you ever wonder why rinsing your mouth with mouthwash is recommended as part of your oral hygiene routine? If so, our Republic Dental team is happy to tell you why! Mouthwash can deeply clean your smile, progress your oral health, and improve your breath. In fact,...
Do you suffer from bad breath? Are you self-conscious that others will notice? Don’t let your struggles have a negative impact on your social life. There are many causes of bad breath, as well as many solutions. Common Causes: Dry Mouth – Does your mouth feel dry and...
The Centers for Disease Control estimate that nearly half of the American population over 30 years old has some degree of periodontal disease. Residual food particles and plaque that are not cleaned away by your daily oral hygiene routine can harden into tartar at the...
