Oral Hygiene - Good Oral Hygiene Today, Healthy Teeth and Gums for Life

You know, there's nothing like the fresh, clean feeling in your mouth after you've brushed and flossed your teeth to make you feel good. But cleaning your teeth properly does much more for you than help keep your smile bright and your breath fresh.

The reason we brush and floss is to remove plaque, a colorless, sticky film of bacteria that constantly forms on teeth. Plaque is one of the main causes of tooth decay and gum disease.

So making a habit of practicing good oral hygiene can really pay off— but in more ways than you might first think. You are not only keeping your teeth and gums in good shape, you're also contributing to your overall health and well-being.

Provided as an educational service by Oral B Laboratories. www.OralB.com