It’s a little more difficult to take care of your oral hygiene while wearing braces. It takes more effort to properly clean your teeth with the metal wires surrounding them. Oral hygiene during the time you have braces is crucial if you want to assure that you don’t create problems for your teeth after the
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The Back-to-School supplies have been replaced by Halloween costumes and rows upon rows of Halloween candy. The children are getting excited to go trick-or-treating, and as a parent you wonder if you can keep their teeth healthy during Halloween. This is one of the most candy-filled holidays of the year, but there are ways to
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Celebrate National Dental Hygiene During the Month of October! The National Dental Hygiene Month’s purpose for this annual event is to raise awareness of habits that promote a healthy smile. Beautiful strong teeth, fresh breath and healthy gums are all associated with your oral health. Good dental hygiene includes brushing and flossing your teeth every
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Are you aware that the right toothbrush can make a difference? It’s true! The American Dental Association (ADA) has a list of approved toothbrushes they recommend to achieve a healthier mouth. By using the right toothbrush for your oral care, you can reduce your risk for tooth decay, gum disease, bad breath, and other oral
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It’s back-to-school time and now might be the time to focus on home education teaching your children how to properly brush and floss their teeth. In just two minutes, twice a day, your kids can lay the foundation for a lifelong healthy smile and you can make toothbrushing a favorite part of their day! There
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There is nothing quite as exciting to a child as losing a tooth! The excitement reaches a fever pitch when your child wakes up to find a gift from the Tooth Fairy under his or her pillow! National Tooth Fairy Day is August 22 and you have permission to let your creative side run amok
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The summer has flown by in a blink, and before you turn around, the children will be back in school. This momentous day has a way of sneaking up on you. In the hustle and bustle of getting ready for school, don’t forget to schedule your child’s routine dental appointment to start the school year
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Recent studies indicate that eating fast-food leads to numerous health problems including obesity and diabetes, but it’s not good for your oral health either. Fast-food increases your risk of developing cavities and gum disease. Cheeseburgers and pizza are loaded with carbs and they are usually accompanied by an ice-cold soda to wash it down. The
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