Colgate Dental Health and Oral Hygiene Resource Center.

Colgate Dental Health and Oral Hygiene Resource Center. The Colgate Oral Health Center is a resource of information about oral hygiene, dental care, tooth whitening, gum disease, dental visits, flossing, gingivitis, cavities, oral health for seniors, dental treatments and other medical conditions.

Tooth Anatomy
Good Oral Hygiene
How to Brush
How to Floss
Nutrition
The Dental Visit
Sports Mouth Guards

Finding A Dentist
 
The Dental Visit and What to Expect
 

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What is Good Oral Hygiene?

Good oral hygiene results in a mouth that looks and smells healthy. This means:
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- Your teeth are clean and free of debris
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- Gums are firmly held against teeth and do not hurt or bleed when you brush or floss
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- Bad breath is not a constant problem
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If your gums do hurt or bleed while brushing or flossing, or you are experiencing persistent bad breath, see your dentist. Any of these conditions may indicate a problem. More...