Dr Bruce Stevens in Cairns provides a range of dentistry treatments.Dr Bruce Stevens provides cosmetic treatments such as tooth whitening and porcelain veneers.Dr Bruce Stevens provides restorative treatments such as dental implants and root canal.

How often should I floss my teeth?

At least once each day. If you don’t, you are almost sure to have bad breath…

What’s worse, people with bad breath usually don’t know that they have it.

So if you’re single and want to get past the first date…

Floss each day.

Why is this so?

Well we know that bad breath is the result of bacteria. Bacteria can be found in many places within the mouth and regular brushing can usually get rid of most of it.

One place that brushing along can’t get to, is under the gum line.

Apart from a professional scale and clean, flossing is the best way to remove bacteria from under your gum line.

Bacteria left under the gum line for too long can begin the onset of gum or periodontal disease, which if left untreated can lead to the ultimate loss of several teeth.

If you are not 100% sure of the best way to floss, just ask us next time you are in and we will be happy to give you a practical demonstration.

At Bruce Stevens Dental, we have a comprehensive range of treatments available for you from general to cosmetic to restorative dentistry. Please contact us today if you want to find out more about us or would like to book a consultation. We look forward to hearing from you.