Important facts everybody needs to know about their teeth

Kami Hoss DDS has indeed kept himself busy during the global health crisis that has gripped the world. He has continued to write and release a series of blogs to help inform and educate his patients as well as readers everywhere on the finer points of oral care.

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For today, Dr. Hoss explores three important facts that everybody needs to know about their teeth that may very well impact the oral health of people for the better.

Teeth color and health
People can see in toothpaste ads everywhere that whiter teeth equate to healthier teeth. The truth about this is that whiter teeth are more aesthetically pleasing, and that's about it. Science has shown that whiter teeth don't necessarily translate to stronger teeth. There are several reasons teeth become less white, such as aging, diet, and sometimes injury. All these don't mean that teeth become weaker.

Brushing and bleeding gums
People think that brushing bleeding gums could lead to more serious problems. Dr. Kami Hoss explains that the truth is the opposite. Bleeding gums may be a sign of conditions such as inflammation or gingivitis. Brushing them may get rid of the bacteria and plaque that are causing these conditions.

The importance of flossing

Kami Hoss explains that people who don't floss are making a huge mistake. Flossing can clean parts of the mouth that brushing cannot. Studies have shown that flossing can clean up to a third of the entire mouth, which brushes can't reach.

A sought-after author, consultant, inventor, and speaker in the fields of dentistry and business, Kami Hoss, MS, DDS, has written articles published in numerous professional and community journals and publications and has been asked to appear on many news organizations' TV segments to discuss a variety of topics. Visit this blog for similar reads.