Is brushing with toothpaste enough to fight cavities and tooth disease?
No. Although brushing thoroughly after each meal helps, flossing your teeth every day to remove plaque and food particles between teeth and at the gum line is just as important. Studies show that plaque will re-grow on teeth that are completely clean within 3 to 4 hours of brushing. You also need to maintain regular dental hygienic cleanings at your dental office – at least every 6 months (or sooner if recommended).
