Yes, it’s true. You brush your teeth every day, and you’ve done it for a long, long time. However, that doesn’t mean there’s no room for improvement! Here are some easy tooth brushing tips to incorporate into your daily routine.…
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5 dental habits for a healthy smile
How often do you brush your teeth without thinking about it? Probably most of the time. It’s so easy to fall into a routine, especially when it comes to caring for our smiles. But how do you know if your…
Flossing tips and tricks
Flossing is an important part of your daily dental hygiene routine, but it’s also one of the most forgotten steps. Dentists recommend flossing at least once a day to keep food particles and bacteria from causing cavities or infection. Not…
Caring for your teeth with braces
Braces are the perfect trap for sticky, brittle and crunchy food particles. This is why so many braces-wearers are told to avoid food like popcorn and caramel-filled candy bars. Other food can also get trapped between braces wires and cause…
Ways stress can affect your oral health
There are countless links between stress and health. High stress can have an effect on your overall physical health, and more specifically, your oral health. Some signs stress may be affecting your oral health include experiencing dry mouth, mouth sores,…
10 tips to a whiter, brighter smile
Say cheese! A smile is likely the first physical feature people notice when meeting someone. Knowing this, it’s important to feel confident in your smile and teeth. To enhance the appearance of your smile and give yourself a confidence boost,…
Tips for teaching children to brush and floss their teeth
Parenting is difficult. There is so much to teach, and children aren’t always the best listeners. One important skill to teach is quality dental hygiene. There are countless links between dental health and overall health, so starting off your child…
What’s causing your toothache?
Toothaches include any pain or irritation associated with your teeth. It might be your tooth, the roots or the gums surrounding your tooth that are causing the irritation. To evaluate the true cause of a toothache, it is best to…
Guide to gum health
Did you know that gum health is just as important as tooth health? It’s true! As the supporting structure for your teeth, gums have the important jobs of keeping your teeth in place and protecting them from harmful bacteria. Neglecting…
10 fun facts about teeth
When it comes to teeth, the dentist knows all. But with these 10 fun facts, you’re sure to impress the dentist with your knowledge! The tooth fairy accounts for inflation. In 1950, children found 25 cents on average beneath their pillows in…