Did you floss today? 🧠Your mouth talks to your brain

If you’ve been slacking on flossing or relying on mouthwash to do the work for you, consider this a little nudge.

Brushing your teeth keeps your mouth clean - but clean from what?

It helps control certain bacteria, the ones that cause tooth decay and gum disease. But your mouth is home to far more than just these troublemakers.

It’s a whole ecosystem of bacteria, viruses, and fungi, known as your oral microbiome​.

And keeping your teeth and gums healthy may not only be about fresh breath.

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