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...

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...

As we go back to school, we need to be mindful of our daily routines. Having routines will help establish healthy habits, including good oral health. Did you know that cavities are one of the most common chronic diseases of childhood in the United States, possibly leading to problems with eating, speaking, playing, and learning? Children who have poor oral health often miss more school and receive lower grades than children who don’t (CDC, 2019). The good news is that...

Wisdom teeth, also known as your third molars, will start to make an appearance between the ages of 17 and 21. These are commonly known as wisdom teeth, because they come through at a later age. Some people get all four, others only a couple, and yet others never get any of their wisdom teeth. When there is enough room and they come into the mouth correctly, healthy wisdom teeth can help you chew. It is important to have a...

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...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), by 2060 the number of US adults aged 65 years or older is expected to reach 98 million, 24% of the overall population. This is a growing demographic in the United States. Being disabled, homebound, or institutionalized (e.g., seniors who live in nursing homes) increases the risk of poor oral health. The ability to access routine professional oral health services, have proper oral health education, and daily oral hygiene are...

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 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...