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Are You Flossing Like A Boss, Man?

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Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there! You all are bosses! You’re in charge of an awful lot and you’re juggling it all like a total boss! How do you make your job look so easy, and still manage to spread your love to your family? Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry would like to offer all you dads a big fist bump and congratulations on this day in June that honors all of you deserving dads.

Flossing is one task that you might not find as important as a man. According to an article in Colgate, “women are more proactive than men in maintaining their teeth and gums.” The article also explains that “women are twice as likely to have received regular dental checkups in the past year, scheduled the recommended treatment following those checkups; and had better indicators of periodontal health, including lower incidence of dental plaque, calculus and bleeding.”

Flossing is one way in which men are able to avoid “incidence of dental plaque.” Flossing helps remove dental plaque buildup. There are over 1,000 bacteria in your dental plaque, which leads to gingivitis. Not flossing also increases your chances of getting cavities between your teeth.

How To Floss Like A Boss

  • Floss at least one time a day. (Best time is right before bed)
  • Use waxed floss so it won’t shred.
  • Be sure to get between every two teeth and reach to the very back tooth as well.

Contact Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry today to schedule your professional dental exam and cleaning. We recommend this type of appointment at least twice per year to treat your tooth decay and gum disease.

Posted on behalf of Peninsula Cosmetic & Family Dentistry

538 Savannah Hwy
Charleston, SC 29407

Phone: (843) 507-5481

FAX: (843) 577-4653

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Monday - Thursday 8am - 5pm
Lunch break: 1pm - 2pm

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Absolutely phenomenal dental office. Not only are the dentists outstanding at their craft but, like every person in the office, they are incredibly friendly and genuine. And that is so important. I earnestly recommend Peninsula if you are looking for the highest quality care, expertise and, equally important, quality people. I would give them 10 stars if I could.
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Meet Our Doctors

Dr. James B. Wisner

Dr. James B. Wisner was raised in Charleston and attended Porter-Gaud High School. He graduated from The Honors College at The University of South Carolina in 1996 and received his D.M.D. degree in 2002 from the Medical University of South Carolina’s College of Dental Medicine.

Dr. Wisner served in Las Vegas, Nevada and Spangdahlem, Germany as a Captain in the United States Air Force for three years where he completed an AEGD residency and was certified in Intravenous Conscious Sedation.

Dr. Caitlin McPherson

Dr. Caitlin McPherson was born and raised in Charleston, South Carolina. A graduate of Porter Gaud High School, she went on to receive her Bachelors of Science from Clemson University’s Calhoun Honors College. Dr. McPherson earned her Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the Medical University of South Carolina’s College of Dental Medicine. She is an active member of The American Dental Association and The Academy of General Dentistry.

Dr. McPherson performs all aspects of general dentistry and is Invisalign certified. Dr. McPherson especially enjoys treating pediatric patients.

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538 Savannah Hwy
Charleston, SC 29407

Phone (843) 507-5481
Fax (843) 577-4653
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Monday - Thursday 8am - 5pm
Lunch break: 1pm - 2pm

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