Does smoking hurt my teeth?

Smoking has a serious effect on your teeth, gums, and mouth. “Cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, and other forms of tobacco cause...
Smoking has a serious effect on your teeth, gums, and mouth. “Cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, and other forms of tobacco cause oral cancer, gum disease, and other oral health problems.” (CDC, 2020). Here are some fast facts about tobacco use from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, 2020): Over 40% of adults aged 20 to 64 who currently smoke cigarettes have untreated tooth decay. Adults aged 65 or older who smoke cigarettes are twice as likely to have untreated...
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Expert Brushing Tips for Proper Technique

Brushing your teeth is an important part of your daily routine. Brush twice a day for 2 minutes. Here are...
Brushing your teeth is an important part of your daily routine. Brush twice a day for 2 minutes. Here are 3 steps for brushing with a manual toothbrush. Brush at a 45-dgree angle to the gums. Place your toothbrush bristles towards your gums at a 45-degree angle so that the bristles sweep along the gumline. Look in the mirror to ensure that you place the brush properly. Brush in a back-and-forth motion. Slowly move the toothbrush around your mouth in...
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Does my child need dental sealants to prevent cavities?

It is important to have daily oral hygiene routines, but it’s not always easy to clean every surface of the...
It is important to have daily oral hygiene routines, but it’s not always easy to clean every surface of the tooth. When children first get their molars they are rough with uneven surfaces. This is a prime spot for leftover food and cavity-causing bacteria to hide. Sealants offer an additional preventive measure to keep teeth healthy. Dental sealants are a thin coating painted on the chewing surfaces of the back teeth (molars) that can prevent cavities for many years. In...
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Tooth Injuries for Kids & How to Manage Them

Children often get tooth injuries from falling, during play, or sporting activities. Depending on the age of the child, it...
Children often get tooth injuries from falling, during play, or sporting activities. Depending on the age of the child, it could be a baby tooth (primary) or an adult (permanent) tooth. Children greater than 13 years of age, typically, have lost all of their baby teeth. Symptoms of Tooth Injuries Your child may experience bleeding, pain, or sensitivity when a tooth is injured. The tooth may also change to a darker color if the inner part of the tooth is...
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Best Toothbrushes for Children & Kids Teeth

TePe toothbrushes for children have extra soft or soft bristles and a small, tapered brush head to fit small mouths....
TePe toothbrushes for children have extra soft or soft bristles and a small, tapered brush head to fit small mouths. The handle suits a small hand, and it is also convenient for the adult helping the child to brush. Bright colors and nice prints make toothbrushing more fun. TePe offers different sizes of toothbrushes for the different stages of growth. For your child, you can get started with the TePe Mini™ toothbrush, developed for use from the first tooth to...
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Top Recommended Oral Hygiene Tips for Kids

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. This month-long national health observance was initiated by the American Dental Association (ADA)...
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. This month-long national health observance was initiated by the American Dental Association (ADA) to bring together dedicated professionals, healthcare providers, and educators to promote the benefits of good oral health to children, their caregivers, teachers, and many others. Establishing good oral habits at a young age is the first step to healthy teeth, the whole life through. Cavities are one of the most common chronic diseases affecting children in the United States (CDC,...
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The TePe Gentle Care™ Specialty Brush for After Oral...

TePe Gentle Care™ is a super soft toothbrush recommended after oral surgery and for patients with sore or very fragile...
TePe Gentle Care™ is a super soft toothbrush recommended after oral surgery and for patients with sore or very fragile oral tissue, sensitive root surfaces, extremely dry mouth and during radiotherapy. TePe Gentle Care™ is slightly firmer than TePe Special Care™. This brush is ideal while tissue continues to heal and before transitioning back to your standard toothbrush. The neck of the brush can be angled in hot water for better access. When deciding to use this toothbrush, it is...
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What size of interdental brush do I need?

Did you know that brushing alone only removes about 60% of the plaque on your teeth? The rest of the...
Did you know that brushing alone only removes about 60% of the plaque on your teeth? The rest of the plaque is found BETWEEN your teeth. Dental plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that constantly forms on your teeth. It must be removed regularly, or it can cause gum inflammation, cavities, and bad breath. TePe® Interdental Brush Original comes in nine sizes, which might seem overwhelming at first. We recommend asking your dental professional to help you find the...
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Is it better to floss before or after brushing?

Cleaning between your teeth, also known as interdental cleaning, is important because it cleans where a regular toothbrush simply cannot...
Cleaning between your teeth, also known as interdental cleaning, is important because it cleans where a regular toothbrush simply cannot reach. You might use floss, floss aids, interdental brushes, rubber bristle brushes, and/or water flossers. We know that both brushing your teeth and cleaning between your teeth are very important.  As a general recommendation, Everyone should brush for 2 minutes twice a day and clean between your teeth once a day.   Is it better to clean between the teeth...
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TePe® Bridge and Implant Floss

  TePe® Bridge and Implant Floss is a thick and flexible floss. The floss is spongy with two stiff plastic...
  TePe® Bridge and Implant Floss is a thick and flexible floss. The floss is spongy with two stiff plastic ends, making it easy to grip and insert. The TePe Bridge and Implant Floss is specially designed for daily cleaning of implants, bridges, and braces. It is also suitable for periodontal care.   When using the bridge and implant floss, you can soak the spongy middle portion in a mouth rinse if desired. Insert one stiff end between the teeth...
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A Fresh Start for your Oral Care Routine

Are you someone who likes to make goals when the new year approaches? Goals give us a mental representation of...
Are you someone who likes to make goals when the new year approaches? Goals give us a mental representation of where we would like to be. Have you considered making goals related to your oral health? Below are some ideas for improving your oral health at home. Let us face the challenge with a renewed sense of hope that comes with a fresh start! Reflect on your current routine. When you think about your daily oral hygiene habits what do...
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On-The-Go Oral Care Products

During the holidays we often travel for days, or we find ourselves busy throughout each day. This can make our...
During the holidays we often travel for days, or we find ourselves busy throughout each day. This can make our oral hygiene routines challenging with varying schedules. Here are some basic tips you can use for daily oral care on-the-go! Use oral care products designed for on-the-go. This is a convenient way to have products readily available outside of your normal living situation. TePe offers an interdental travel case for interdental brushes and the TePe EasyPick™ comes with a pocket...
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