New York Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Marc Lowenberg on The View talks about how teeth health contributes to your overall health. Whoopi Goldberg talks about how her dentist, Dr. Lowenberg, helped her get healthy. Remove plaque with regular brushing and tartar control toothpaste. Dental floss removes plaque between the teeth. Tongue scrapers remove bacteria from the tongue. Antiseptic mouthwash kills bacteria in the mouth. Bleeding gums are a signal to go to the dentist to address gingivitis. You can keep your mouth healthy by removing bacteria and visiting a dentist at least two times per year.