Older Americans Month May is Older Americans Month, established in 1963 to acknowledge the contributions of past and current older persons. The theme for 2021 is ‘Communities of Strength’, emphasizing the strength of older adults, with special importance on the power of connection and engagement in building strong communities to support health and well-being. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), by 2060 the number of US adults aged 65 years or older is expected to reach...

The TePe Special Care toothbrush is ideal for areas with fragile or sensitive tissue.   This brush works well for the following situations:  After oral surgery  Mucositis (sore inflamed and ulcerated oral tissue)  Sensitive root surface  Extremely dry mouth  During radiation or chemotherapy when oral tissue has an adverse effect  The TePe Special Care toothbrush has 12,000 ultra-soft bristles. The neck of the brush can be angled in hot water for better access. There are two different brush head sizes, the compact size works well to...

The TePe Supreme toothbrush has an innovative bristle design, along with a tapered brush head. The multi-level bristles enable more efficient cleaning further in between the teeth and along the gumline with the longer bristles. The tapered brush head allows access to reach the back teeth. It has an easy-grip handle with a thumb pad. The toothbrush neck can be angled without heating. Using the TePe Supreme Toothbrush Using the Supreme toothbrush is similar to all manual toothbrush instructions. Here...

Replacing missing teeth with implants has become a viable option for all people, even for the aging population. Implants are shaped differently than natural teeth and are more susceptible to inflammation. That’s why we have put together a special Implant Care Kit with hygiene tools especially suitable for cleaning implants. TePe Implant Care Kit When deciding what is the best hygiene tool to clean your implants, you must evaluate and consider the area you are trying to clean, the amount...

The TePe Compact Tuft is an angled brush with a small, dome-shaped tuft with tightly packed short bristles that give a firm feel. This brush works for the following: implants attachments for overdentures fixed braces along the gum line emerging or partially erupted teeth misaligned teeth removing surface stain removing sticky plaque How to use the Compact Tuft Brush Due to its versatility, instructions for using the compact tuft specialty brush will be unique to your situation. Watch the video...

TePe Universal Care Brush – a great complementEvery person has a unique mouth, so sometimes you need more than just a manual toothbrush to effectively brush your teeth. Sometimes there are missing teeth or perhaps implants and bridges. Some people may have their 3rd molars, which are difficult to clean as they are far back in the mouth. These are just some of the possibilities, so as you can see, every person requires hygiene tools designed to meet their specific...

Preventing cavities means disrupting the plaque in the mouth. The plaque is a food source for the bacteria, which produces acid to weaken the enamel. To keep the teeth hard and healthy, plaque removal is a must! A great start to developing your child’s oral health habits, is trying to be the best example. Children will notice the efforts you put into your own routines. TePe offers different size of toothbrushes for the different stages of growth. For your child,...

Can you believe it is already February? It is Children’s Dental Health Month. This month-long national health observance was initiated by the American Dental Association (ADA). It is intended 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. Parents and caregivers are often very busy, but oral health cannot be overlooked. Let us discover why baby teeth are important and how we can maintain...