Have you made your New Year’s resolutions yet? While many of us use the start of a New Year to set goals for ourselves, most don’t reach them. When making a New Year’s resolution, it’s essential that you choose a reasonable goal that can be achieved with practical habits. So if you’re looking for a resolution you’ll be able to stick to that will improve your health, why not start with flossing? Flossing plays a key role in preventing a wide range of oral health issues. Read on to learn more about why flossing is so important and a few helpful tips for keeping your New Year’s resolution to floss more often in 2021.

Just like how your car needs periodic tune-ups to make sure it keeps running smoothly, it’s important to get two dental checkups every year to ensure your smile stays healthy! Regularly visiting your dentist helps them spot oral health issues as early as possible and treat them while they’re still small. However, even though you know dental cleanings and checkups are important, it’s not always easy to remember these appointments. Here are three practical tips for making and keeping your dental checkups.