The acid in your mouth makes you prone to enamel decay, tooth sensitivity, cavities and tooth loss. This is because plaque and calculus--which forms on your teeth around the gum line--can lead to gum disease, loose teeth and eventual tooth loss, bad breath, pain and swelling in the gums, and bleeding gums. In fact, gum disease is the leading cause... read more »

Oral bacteria which is not removed daily with a good brushing and flossing routine can lead to inflammation of the gum tissue--or gingivitis. If this bacteria is left in the mouth, it creates toxins that irritate sensitive gum tissue, which you might notice because it can cause your gums to swell and bleed when you brush and floss. You can... read more »