Kids have many changes in routines and schedules throughout the year. They may have seasonal activities, summer or winter breaks,...
Kids have many changes in routines and schedules throughout the year. They may have seasonal activities, summer or winter breaks, family vacations, and the routines of the school year. Their bodies are also changing and growing, all while they’re learning how to take care of themselves. Maintaining their oral health is essential for life. Getting them to brush twice a day for two minutes and clean between their teeth can be challenging. Here are a few tips on teaching kids...
Tips for caring for your braces Develop routines, as schedules continually change during each season. Use fluoride toothpaste to make...
Tips for caring for your braces Develop routines, as schedules continually change during each season. Use fluoride toothpaste to make your teeth stronger. Use a mouthwash with fluoride, if possible after a snack or lunch, to help strengthen the teeth. When first getting the orthodontic appliance, serve soft food. Prepare a travel case with an extra set of oral hygiene products to bring to school or work. Stock up with orthodontic wax to prevent mouth irritations from sharp edges. If...
TePe® Implant Orthodontic Brush is specially designed for cleaning implants and orthodontic appliances. There are two rows of soft bristles...
TePe® Implant Orthodontic Brush is specially designed for cleaning implants and orthodontic appliances. There are two rows of soft bristles that create an extra narrow brush head, and it has a long, thin neck to facilitate cleaning around orthodontic appliances, as well as the narrow area where implants meet the gum line. The handle is broad for an easy grip and the neck can be angled in hot water for better access. Using the TePe® Implant Orthodontic Brush improves reach...
TePe® Dental Floss is an expanding, PFAS free, floss that efficiently and gently removes plaque between teeth. It adapts to...
TePe® Dental Floss is an expanding, PFAS free, floss that efficiently and gently removes plaque between teeth. It adapts to the different size spaces between teeth. The floss easily slides between teeth without shredding due to the vegetable wax and avocado oil coating. It is a multifilament floss, making it gentle and efficient. It is made from recycled water bottles for a low environmental impact. The mint flavor leaves a fresh feeling after use. How to floss with string floss:...
Cleaning between the teeth, also known as interdental cleaning, is important because it cleans where a regular toothbrush simply cannot...
Cleaning between the teeth, also known as interdental cleaning, is important because it cleans where a regular toothbrush simply cannot reach. How many times have you been told you need to floss your teeth, but you’re left with many unanswered questions. Here are the answers to some of your most asked questions. How often should I floss my teeth? You should clean between your teeth at least once a day, preferably in the evening. Is it better to floss at...
By choosing eco-friendly dental products, you can minimize a negative environmental impact. While finding products that are eco-friendly, you must...
By choosing eco-friendly dental products, you can minimize a negative environmental impact. While finding products that are eco-friendly, you must also remember they need to effectively disrupt plaque on your teeth. Consider the source of raw material in the product. It is best to choose products sourced from renewable or recycled resources, and they are still hygienic and efficient for oral cleaning. A renewable resource is a resource which can be used repeatedly and replaced naturally. These resources can...
You may have heard the word carbon footprint in relationship to sustainability. A Carbon footprint is the total amount of...
You may have heard the word carbon footprint in relationship to sustainability. A Carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouse gases (including carbon dioxide and methane) that are generated by our actions. To avoid a rise in global temperatures, we need to lower the carbon footprint. By assessing our carbon footprint, we can know our environmental impact. TePe must consider the entire life cycle of a product from the raw materials and how it is manufactured to how...
TePe GOOD Mini Flosser™ is a pre-loaded floss holder with a unique bite plan for easy flossing. The dental floss...
TePe GOOD Mini Flosser™ is a pre-loaded floss holder with a unique bite plan for easy flossing. The dental floss is both strong and slim, fittig into even the narrowest of spaces. With a user-friendly handle you can easily clean between your teeth. When using the TePe GOOD Mini Flosser™, there are two ways to start cleaning between the teeth. Using the unique bite plan, you can simply bite down on the device controlling the speed...
Your toothbrush only cleans 3 of the 5 surfaces on your teeth, leaving the 2 surfaces between the teeth ignored....
Your toothbrush only cleans 3 of the 5 surfaces on your teeth, leaving the 2 surfaces between the teeth ignored. Dental plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that constantly forms on your teeth. It must be removed regularly, or it can cause damaging gum inflammation, cavities, and bad breath. Cleaning between your teeth, also known as interdental cleaning, is important because it cleans where a regular toothbrush simply cannot reach. It might not be FUN, but it is...
May is Older Americans Month, established in 1963 to acknowledge the contributions of past and current older persons. The theme...
May is Older Americans Month, established in 1963 to acknowledge the contributions of past and current older persons. The theme for 2023 is ‘Aging Unbound’, exploring diverse aging experiences and discussing how communities can combat stereotypes as we expand our thinking about aging—and how all benefit when older adults remain engaged, independent, and included. Plaque retention in the aging population is exacerbated by the presence of dental restorations (e.g., crowns, bridges), missing teeth, and gingival recession. The aging population...
TePe EasyPick™ is a great on-the-go option. It is an easy and efficient way to clean between your teeth, leaving...
TePe EasyPick™ is a great on-the-go option. It is an easy and efficient way to clean between your teeth, leaving your mouth fresh and healthy. Many times, food gets trapped around implants, braces, and large gaps between the teeth. TePe EasyPick™ is the perfect solution, and it also helps stimulate the gums for reduction in inflammation. The solution lies in the combination of materials. The core is both stable and flexible, and the silicone coating cleans efficiently between the teeth...
The tongue has many areas for bacteria to hide, so it is important to disrupt this layer of bacteria as...
The tongue has many areas for bacteria to hide, so it is important to disrupt this layer of bacteria as part of your daily oral hygiene routine. There are small bumps on the tongue, called papillae, that create places for bacteria and food particles to collect. When the tongue is not cleaned routinely, the trapped bacteria can create bad breath or even change how your food taste. Disrupting this layer of bacteria should be a part of your daily oral...