Having a healthy mouth is more than just having attractive teeth. Oral health touches every aspect of our lives. If you think about it, our mouth is one of the parts of our body that is almost always in constant use. We use it to eat, talk, breathe, etc. Practicing good dental health is important to maintaining a healthy mouth, teeth, and gums, but, it’s not just about looks. We also need our teeth to hold the shape of our face, the lips, and cheeks,to speak properly and clearly, and they help to chew foods for your well-being . What happens if I don’t practice good dental health? When the plaque is not removed, it continues to build up and eventually causes tooth decay and gum disease.Cavities are painful places on your teeth where decay has eaten through the enamel and exposed a tooth’s root. Hot or cold food or liquids can send a painful signal that something is wrong. However, cavities may not have any symptoms until after significant damage to the tooth....