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DIY Antiseptic Mouthwash for Better Gum Health

January 10, 2012 | Scott Frey | DIY Solutions, Oral Health

We share a do-it-yourself recipe for a prescription strength mouth rinse that is extremely effective at improving gum health, fighting cavities, and giving you fresh breath.

What is the Best Kind of Dental Floss?

November 15, 2011 | Scott Frey | DIY Solutions, Oral Health

It does make a difference what type of dental floss you use. Pick the best kind of dental floss to use with this simple at home test.

Beating Canker Sores with a Food Elimination Diet & Food Diary

October 25, 2011 | Scott Frey | DIY Solutions, Oral Health

Certain foods can cause canker sores in your mouth. By using a simple elimination diet and keeping a food intake diary, you can determine if any of the usual food suspects are causing ulcers in your mouth.

Evaluate Your Oral Hygiene Skills Using a Plaque Scoring Test

September 27, 2011 | Scott Frey | DIY Solutions, Keeping Kids Healthy, Oral Health, Patient Education

Using a simple plaque scoring method, you can track your brushing ability and overall oral hygiene so you can make improvements or build your child’s brushing skills.

How to Brush Your Teeth with an Electric Powered Toothbrush

September 20, 2011 | Scott Frey | DIY Solutions, Keeping Kids Healthy, Oral Health, Patient Education

Master your toothbrushing technique for electric powered toothbrushes with these tips.

How to Brush Your Teeth Correctly with a Manual Toothbrush

September 13, 2011 | Scott Frey | DIY Solutions, Keeping Kids Healthy, Oral Health, Patient Education

Teach your child to brush your teeth correctly with a manual toothbrush with a back to basics approach focusing on tactile feedback.

How to Test Your Gums for Health & Track Your Periodontal Progress

September 5, 2011 | Scott Frey | DIY Solutions, Keeping Kids Healthy, Oral Health, Patient Education

A simple at home do it yourself exam to test the health of your gums and track your progress.

How to Use a Waterpik Like a Boss

April 17, 2011 | Scott Frey | DIY Solutions, Keeping Kids Healthy, Oral Health, Patient Education

Waterflossers like Waterpik clean better than floss. Learn the right way to use one to keep your teeth clean.

Re-Balancing Your Oral pH

March 29, 2011 | Scott Frey | DIY Solutions, Oral Health

An alkaline baking soda mouthrinse is essential for quickly and predictably re-balancing your oral pH after sugar filled meals and snacks.