You know how to use a smartphone. Now, imagine having an understanding of all the parts of your smartphone. Not only would that be impressive technical knowledge to have at your disposal, but it stands to reason that you would probably know how to take better care of it than you already do and fix more issues as they arise without leaning on tech support.
If you think about it, understanding the parts of your mouth more thoroughly could make you better equipped to stay on top of your oral health and have a better comprehension of why it matters. You probably started brushing your teeth as a child because you were told to, but as you grew older and understood why it mattered you were likely more compelled to be consistent about doing it.
Keep reading to learn more about the parts of the mouth from your dentist in Friendship Heights and the role they play to help you function effectively.
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