Inflamed, sensitive gums are just one of the many reasons gum disease can be inconvenient. Fortunately, preventing and treating it in the early stages starts with simply separating what’s true and false about this serious oral health concern. To learn five common gum disease myths (and why they’re not true), read on!

When it comes time to complete your oral hygiene routine, do you go into autopilot? Brush, spit, rinse and do it all over the next morning or evening? Don’t worry – you’re not alone. It does mean, however, that your dental care regimen could use some tweaking. After all, is it best to rinse after brushing your teeth? Or is simply spitting out the excess toothpaste better for your oral health? To learn the pros of both and which is ultimately best for you, read on!