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Dentist in Norton Shores | To Floss or Not to Floss

Dentist in Norton Shores, MI

Dentist Norton Shores

By now, you have likely seen news reports questioning whether flossing is necessary for your oral health.

Our Norton Shores dentist wants to answer your question right away with an absolute YES. Cleaning between your teeth is an essential part of caring for your teeth and gums.

Whether you use traditional string dental floss, a water flosser, an interdental (between teeth) brush, or other form of interdental cleaning, it is important that you clean between your teeth correctly and on a daily basis.

Unfortunately, in the quest for catchy headlines, many news agencies have been providing a great deal of incomplete and inaccurate information.

Here’s the truth: Plaque and bacteria can be prevented from building up between teeth when flossing is done correctly on a daily basis.

Why does that matter? Buildup of plaque and bacteria between teeth is one of the leading causes of periodontal disease, a condition which not only affects your mouth, teeth, and gums, but has been linked to complications with diabetes, heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and many other systemic health issues.

The next time you visit our Norton Shores dental office, ask your hygienist to show you the most effective way to clean between your teeth. For more information on flossing and interdental cleaning or to schedule an appointment with our dentist in Norton Shores, please contact The Smile Center.

The Smile Center
Phone: 231-733-4409
Url: https://www.kuiperssmilecenter.com/
3500 Park Street
Norton Shores, MI 49444

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Dentist in Norton Shores, MI

3500 Park St
Norton Shores, Michigan 49444

(231) 733-4409

Office Hours:
Monday: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Tuesday: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Wednesday: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Thursday: 8:00AM – 2:00PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

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