The simple question of whether you’re using the right toothbrush will generally elicit one of two responses: First, you may say, “Of course!” and then feel ready to list off all of the reasons you’re certain. Or, you might say, “Well, I’m not really sure,” primarily because you can’t list of all of those essential details that make up a good-for-you brush. If you fall into the latter group (or if you just want to be sure you’ve got your details straight), then we encourage you to take our dental hygiene suggestions into consideration!
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ClearCorrect: Steer Clear Of 3 Basic Blunders
When you head home with your first set of ClearCorrect treatment clear aligner trays, the future looks mighty bright! You know that as you make your way through the process of aligning your teeth, you’re offering yourself a wealth of benefits that will include a very lovely looking, uniform smile. However, what you might not have the foresight to consider is that your otherwise easy-to-achieve alignment can be disrupted by some simple blunders with your treatment and trays. Consider a few common problems. You can make sure to avoid them, so you stay the course.
Answering Questions About Oral Cancer
Perhaps you have questions about oral cancer but you don’t really want to ask them. This is not because you don’t care about your oral health but maybe because you assume it can’t happen to you, because you just plain don’t want to think about it, or because you’re not even really sure what to ask. To ensure you are informed and educated, so you can avoid this oral disease, we can give you some initial help with a Q&A session.
Spaced Teeth: Your Options
Are you someone who is dealing with spaced teeth? Not sure? Well, take a look at your smile in the mirror. Do your teeth sit flush next to one another? Or, are there gaps between some or all of your teeth? If you are seeing gaps, you are experiencing spacing. For some, this is simply an esthetic issue. For others, it’s a matter of an imbalanced alignment that can lead to a poorly balanced bite and other concerns. To better understand your treatment solutions, we offer helpful explanations.
Bad Habits For Your Smile
When it comes to protecting your oral health, there are some bad habits that are very easy to avoid. However, if you don’t know that you’re engaging in particularly dangerous activity for your smile, you won’t know it’s something you shouldn’t be doing! To get you headed in the right direction regarding not-so-wise choices for your teeth and some less-than-ideal practices for your dental hygiene, we offer a couple helpful pieces of advice. Take them to heart and you will most certainly have an easier time keep your grin safe.
About ADA Acceptance: Explaining The Basics
Have you ever seen that little ADA Seal of Acceptance on the package of your toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, or otherwise, while you’re shopping for dental care products? If so, you may wonder what it’s doing there. On the same token, you may also wonder why it’s not present on all of the products in the dental hygiene aisle. In short: The ADA is the American Dental Association and they put their stamp of approval on specific products. As for the longer version and the details you’re seeking, consider additional information.
3 Ways to Outsmart Cavities Before They Form
The trick to keeping your smile healthy and beautiful for life is to do prevent chronic dental issues from forming and having the chance to cause trouble. For cavities, especially, that means outsmarting harmful oral bacteria that weaken and compromise your tooth enamel, allowing the bacteria to infect your tooth’s structure. Oral bacteria form plaque to protect themselves throughout the day, and to effectively control their numbers, you have to effectively control their ability to form plaque and calcify into tartar. (more…)
3 Ways To Get Your Calcium
When you come to realize you need calcium for optimal oral health because it keeps your teeth strong (you’ve heard that milk promotes strong teeth and bones your whole life), you may wonder if your body is receiving enough calcium. Then, as a result, you might notice that you’re not entirely sure where this mineral comes from in your diet, if you need to make any changes, or how to approach keeping your levels just right. While it’s best to check with your doctor regarding the amount you need, figuring out ways to get enough is easy!
Soda: You Love It, Your Teeth Don’t
Are you someone who experiences a twinge of panic when you open the refrigerator and realize you’re out of soda? If so, you may need a quick rundown of all the reasons you should choose to avoid running out to the store to replenish your stock of this carbonated beverage. “Okay, okay!” you might say. “I’ll switch to diet!” Not so fast. Even diet soda is bad for your oral health. While we’re sorry to be the bearer of bad news, it’s info you really should know.
How To Get Started With: Cosmetic Care
When you are ready to learn more about cosmetic care but you don’t know how to get the ball rolling, that’s where we come in. We will encourage you to come spend a bit of time talking with us about what’s going on with your smile, what you wish your smile looked like, and how we can help. You may be surprised by just how much we can do to help you achieve a more attractive grin.
