Contrary to popular belief, brushing your teeth after meals is not a good idea. Brushing before meals is much friendlier on your teeth, and you don’t always need to use toothpaste.
May 10
Should You Brush Teeth Before or After Eating?
Topic: Patient Education
Nov 21
Floss, Brush or Mouthwash First?
Should you brush first or floss first, and should you use a mouthwash before or after brushing? It matters and we share the science behind the correct order with you.
Sep 27
Evaluate Your Oral Hygiene Skills Using a Plaque Scoring Test
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.
Sep 20
How to Brush Your Teeth with an Electric Powered Toothbrush
Master your toothbrushing technique for electric powered toothbrushes with these tips.
Sep 13
How to Brush Your Teeth Correctly with a Manual Toothbrush
Teach your child to brush your teeth correctly with a manual toothbrush with a back to basics approach focusing on tactile feedback.
Sep 5
How to Test Your Gums for Health & Track Your Periodontal Progress
A simple at home do it yourself exam to test the health of your gums and track your progress.
Jul 12
Xylitol Mints as an Effective Alternative to Xylitol Gum
Sometimes jaw problems can get in the way of being able to chew xylitol gum. Fortunately, xylitol mints are a great alternative when you have TMJ problems.
Jun 14
How Long Do You Need to Wear Retainers?
We get asked about retainers a lot. I hope this post helps you understand why wearing retainers is important.
Jun 7
Places in Your Mouth Where Floss Cannot Clean
Flossing has long been the standard way to clean in between your teeth. Unfortunately, there are quite a few areas where floss cannot do its job well and will miss dental plaque.
May 31
The Best Way to Care For & Clean Orthodontic Retainers
Clean your orthodontic retainers, clear aligners, mouthguards, and nightguards the right way with these tips and tricks.
