A beautiful smile is a symbol of healthy and well-cared-for gums. It explains why dentists recommend making visits twice a year to remove stains and evaluate overall oral health.
According to the American Academy of Periodontology, healthy gums are usually pale pink in color and soft to the touch. They usually do not bleed during brushing or flossing.
When the gums and teeth are not properly cleaned, it not only creates an aesthetic and appearance problem, but it can also cause oral health problems, which can lead to serious conditions if allowed to progress.
Daily oral cleaning helps to remove food residue, preventing bacteria from demineralizing the teeth, thereby generating cavities. Sometimes, this is called dental prophylaxis.