A healthy smile is about more than looking great. Great dental health is key to overall health. Poor dental hygiene can lead not only to cavities, but has also has been linked to strokes, heart disease, complications in diabetics, and much more.
Did you know three out of five children ages 12-19 have tooth decay? And that American school children lost more than 51 million school hours each year to dental-related illnesses, and adults lose more than 164 million hours of work each year?
Help maintain your beautiful smile by :
*Brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste
* Replace your toothbrush at least four times per year.
* Visit your dentist regularly! Every six months or whenever the dentist recommends is best.
*Floss regularly. Ask one of our Orthodontic Assistants if you need a demonstration on flossing while in braces.
* Use mouthwash! Follow brushing and flossing by gargling with mouthwash. Mouthwash helps to wash away food and plaque which brushing and flossing removed from your teeth.
* Choose healthy and nutritious foods for healthy teeth and gums!
*Reduce your consumption of sugary drinks and candy, especially when wearing braces and expanders!
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