Patient Education

Brushing and Flossing

Regular brushing of teeth is a critical step in the prevention of tooth decay and gum disease. Brushing removes harmful bacteria that accumulates daily. Flossing is an excellent compliment to your daily brushing routine because flossing removes plaque and bacteria that brushing alone cannot reach. The Canadian Dental Association (CDA) suggests that for optimum oral health, proper brushing should be performed after every meal and that you should floss once per day. For full instructions on how to properly brush your teeth and floss, please click on this link to visit the CDA website.

To learn more about brushing and flossing, please click here to view a short video, or visit our patient education section for a complete selection of available videos. It is always recommended that you discuss any procedure, questions or concerns that you may have with Dr. Rossi before having any work completed, to ensure that you are comfortable and have all the answers you need to feel confident in your decision.