For many Australians, going to the dentist isn't fun.
In fact, new research shows only 13 per cent of Australians have visited the dentist in the past 12 months.
A survey of 25,000 people conducted by the Australian Dental Association reveals some Australians are adopting questionable habits when it comes to their dental hygiene.
The Association's Dr Mikeala Chinotti says three in four Australian adults aren't cleaning their teeth on a regular basis.
Dr Roshan Abraham who is a dentist in Sydney says most people don't understand the value of flossing.
PingPing Han is a post-research fellow at the University of Queensland School of Dentistry.
She says gum disease is extremely common, and easily preventable by brushing and flossing every day.
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