Your smile contributes to healthy aging

Healthy Aging Month is an annual observance during September designed to focus national attention on the positive aspects of growing...
Healthy Aging Month is an annual observance during September designed to focus national attention on the positive aspects of growing older. It is important to take personal responsibility for your health, to improve physical, mental, social and financial well-being. As we transition from summer to fall, perhaps this is a good time for adults to think about new aspirations. Do you want to be better at cooking? Do you want to try a new physical goal, for example biking? Maybe...
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Teeth are important at every age; Older Americans Month

Older Americans Month was established in 1963 to acknowledge the contributions of past and current older persons. We should take...
Older Americans Month was established in 1963 to acknowledge the contributions of past and current older persons. We should take time to recognize the importance older persons bring to our society and pay tribute. The theme for 2020 is ‘Make Your Mark’. It was selected to encourage and celebrate the countless contributions that older adults make to our communities. Think about your relationships and the people that have influenced you. We would not be where we are without the guidance...
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Oral Cancer Awareness Month; Do you know the signs a...

During April, many dental associations partner with the Oral Cancer Foundation to raise awareness of oral and oropharyngeal (neck and...
During April, many dental associations partner with the Oral Cancer Foundation to raise awareness of oral and oropharyngeal (neck and throat) cancers. Currently, of those newly diagnosed, about half will be alive in 5 years. The good news is, if oral cancer is caught early, the long-term survival rate increases. When you go in for your regular dental check-up, your dental professional often completes an oral cancer screening for early detection. Did you know that you can also complete a...
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What is gum disease?

Do you think it is normal for your gums to bleed? After you are done brushing your teeth and you...
Do you think it is normal for your gums to bleed? After you are done brushing your teeth and you spit into the sink, have you noticed any blood? Do you notice bleeding when you clean between your teeth? Bleeding is not normal. Often people assume they did something wrong, like pressing too hard, poking the gum tissue or using the wrong technique. Although this may occur, many times it is not the reason. Bleeding gums are often related to...
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What is Gingivitis?

What is Gingivitis?   Gingivitis is a common gum disease that happens with plaque build-up on the teeth. Plaque, a...
What is Gingivitis?   Gingivitis is a common gum disease that happens with plaque build-up on the teeth. Plaque, a sticky film that contains bacteria, can build up over time on your teeth and cause your gums to become inflamed and even bleed.   The bacteria found in plaque can lead to other issues such as weakened tooth enamel. What Causes Gingivitis? The most common causes of gingivitis include:   Improper oral care Changes in hormones Some diseases like diabetes...
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Sensitive Teeth

How to handle sensitive teeth If you have sensitive teeth you may feel a sudden pain or discomfort, which often...
How to handle sensitive teeth If you have sensitive teeth you may feel a sudden pain or discomfort, which often occurs when eating or drinking something cold, sweet or sour. How to handle sensitive teeth If you have sensitive teeth you may feel a sudden pain or discomfort, which often occurs when eating or drinking something cold, sweet or sour. What causes sensitive teeth? Sensitive teeth, or dentine hypersensitivity, can be temporary or permanent. The problems can sometimes be caused...
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What is halitosis or bad breath?

  What is halitosis or bad breath? Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is an embarrassing condition that can affect...
  What is halitosis or bad breath? Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is an embarrassing condition that can affect many areas in our lives. The causes of halitosis can be complicated and more than just what you had for lunch.  One of the reasons of bad breath can be poor oral hygiene. Not adequately and frequently cleaning away bacteria from around and between your teeth, can cause an unpleasant odor.Depending on the cause of your bad breath the treatment...
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Five Ways to Help you Brush Better and Easier

These are just a few tricks and tips to improve the way you clean your teeth. The more you know and practice, the better you'll get!
  These are a few tricks and tips to improve the way you clean your teeth. The more you know and practice, the better you'll get at it!!!      #1 Close your mouth to get to the back teeth.  Although this may sound counterproductive, when you open wide, you will contract the muscle  in your cheek that sits along your back teeth. If you close down slightly and relax that muscle, you can actually allow the toothbrush to reach those...
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What are the best TePe Products to treat Gum Recession?

TePe has an extensive line of interdental brushes that can be used between the teeth and are size for each individual’s spaces. They are all different and you will need the right size to be most effective at removing the harmful plaque biofilm that causes inflammation. 
    Receding gums can create discomfort in the tooth and also in the gums themselves. Inflammation such as gingivitis is one cause of recession. Within the TePe product line, you can find a bristle for the many nooks and crannies of the teeth to prevent inflammation.    TePe has an extensive line of interdental brushes that can be used between the teeth and are size for each individual’s spaces. They are all different and you will need the right size...
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