Teaching Teens Good Oral Hygiene Habits: A Guide for Parents

July 14, 2025

Establishing good oral hygiene in the teen years is more than a health necessity—it’s a confidence booster and a foundation for lifelong habits. As your teen begins orthodontic treatment, understanding the importance of consistent care is critical. Whether they’re wearing braces for teens, retainers, or aligners, they’ll need your guidance and encouragement to stay on track. […]

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Properly Caring for Your Toothbrush

December 24, 2018

The way that you store and care for your toothbrush can have an impact on your oral health. Many of us probably don’t think twice about how we’re cleaning and storing our toothbrush, but it’s something we should pay more attention to! There are ways to make sure that your toothbrush is clean and disinfected, […]

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Caring For Your Braces While Traveling

December 10, 2018

If you’re undergoing orthodontic treatment and planning on taking a holiday vacation, there are a few things you should do to be prepared. There are a few things you should plan on taking with you while you’re out of town. These items include: Travel toothbrush Fluoride toothpaste Travel-sized bottle of mouthwash Flosspick, interdental brushes, or […]

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Glossitis & How to Treat It

November 26, 2018

As many as 80% of people have a type of naturally occurring fungi in their mouths. These fungi are known as candida albicans. If the numbers are low enough, these fungi aren’t harmful, but if their numbers get too high, it can result in a fungal infection known as glossitis. Glossitis Cause Candida albicans are […]

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Benefits of Interdental Brushing

November 12, 2018

We all know how important flossing is to the prevention of gum disease and gingivitis. But interdental brushing can be an even better tool in the fight against gum disease. Interdental brushes brush away the plaque and food debris that build up in between the teeth. If not removed, this plaque will harden into tartar […]

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