Have you ever put off a routine dental visit due to a hectic schedule? Or canceled your biannual appointment because something else came up? If you answered “yes” to either of these questions, then you are not alone. In fact, according to the American Dental Association, 48% of U.S. adults do not visit the dentist as often as they should. Whether it is due to a dental phobia, the current pandemic, or lack of symptoms, it is important to remember that skipping a dental cleaning can negatively impact your oral health. Read on for three reasons you should not postpone your biannual visit to the dentist.

Today, it would be hard to imagine your oral hygiene routine without floss. After all, it plays a crucial role in dislodging food particles, removing plaque, and cleaning where the bristles of your toothbrush cannot reach. However, this essential tool has only been available for purchase since 1882, and it has come a long way since then! Read on for an inside look at the evolution of dental floss: from new dental tool to household essential.