When it comes to good dental hygiene, we all know the basics. Brush your teeth twice a day, keep up with flossing, use a good mouthwash, and maybe even try out a tongue scraper for additional benefits. Your toothbrush is one of the most important tools in your quest for the best, healthiest […]
Brushing and flossing your teeth at least once a day is a good way to keep your chompers sparkling clean. But timing is everything, whether it comes to brushing your teeth or avoiding rinsing right after brushing. The same goes for flossing. Have you ever considered whether you should be brushing or flossing […]
We all know that teeth need to be cleaned twice a day – once in the morning, and once in the evening before you go to bed. We’ve also been taught to scrub for two minutes with a squirt of toothpaste – but did you know that it’s “essential” that you […]
You may be wondering what size toothbrush is most appropriate for your child to use based on their age. Though each child is different and their oral development is unique, we’ll walk you through which toothbrush your child should use as they grow up and how much toothpaste to use! […]
Brushing your teeth is such a set habit in our day-to-day routines that you probably don’t even think about it. But you could be making easy-to-fix mistakes that undermine the daily ritual which your oral health largely relies on. These include not paying attention to your tongue, as well as […]
Located in the rear of the mouth, our wisdom teeth generally make an appearance between the ages of 17 and 25. Also referred to as our third molars, they once aided early humans in breaking down chewy meats and raw vegetables. As is the case with any of our other […]
Getting your teeth cleaned professionally feels like a dental health reset. Your teeth get scrubbed, scraped, and polished to perfection. Whether they stay that way is up to you. What happens at home can be very different from what happens at the dentist’s office. But don’t grit your teeth over […]
Going on a long vacation is exciting. You can look forward to experiencing something wild, something different, nothing like your everyday life! While some people manage to stick to their oral routine during their vacation, others tend to stray away from it. When you don’t brush or floss regularly for […]
You may be wondering what size toothbrush is most appropriate for your child to use based on their age. Though each child is different and their oral development is unique, we’ll walk you through which toothbrush your child should use as they grow up and how much toothpaste to use! […]
Dental tips to parents of children with special health care needs. The texture of a toothbrush’s bristles can be enough to make dental hygiene an uncomfortable undertaking for children with special health care needs. And because children with autism spectrum disorders, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and other conditions are sometimes […]