NEW YORK, NY (CBS) -- Doctors say you could get tooth decay, even gum disease from something as simple as sharing a spoon to kissing!
Yes, planting a wet one could also plant the seeds to a nasty cavity. Cavity causing bacteria can easily jump from one mouth to another.
Even a mom carefully testing her baby's food, can transfer bacteria to these tiny teeth. Dr. Neil Zane says "If you have the bacteria that causes the decay it's going to be transferred just as the mother gives the child the food And so kissing is a way of transferring it."
Good oral hygiene opens the door to a safe smooching...That includes flossing, brushing every morning and night, and using mouthwash.