The TePe GOOD Mini Flosser™ - Flosser Aid

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...
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When & How to Properly use Dental Floss

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...
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Common oral conditions for older adults

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), by 2060 the number of US adults aged 65 years...
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...
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Oral Care Needs As We Age

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...
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TePe EasyPick™ - an easy and efficient way to clean ...

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...
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TePe GOOD™ Tongue Cleaner

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...
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The Power of The Tongue

You don’t often realize how essential your tongue is in your everyday life. Your tongue helps you taste, eat, digest,...
You don’t often realize how essential your tongue is in your everyday life. Your tongue helps you taste, eat, digest, and speak. While you chew the tongue assists with moving the food and swallowing. The small bumps, or papillae, on the tongue allow you to taste. The tongue is an agile and flexible muscle, giving it the ability to produce many words. The tip of the tongue is sensitive, allowing it to assist in cleaning the mouth and alerting us...
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Guide to Oral Cancer Self-Exam

The good news is, if oral cancer is caught early, the long-term survival rate increases. Early detection is key! Your...
The good news is, if oral cancer is caught early, the long-term survival rate increases. Early detection is key! Your dental professional will provide you with an oral cancer screening when you go in for your continuing care appointment, but you should also complete them on yourself at home. Perform this 7-step oral cancer self-exam once a month. At each step you are looking for anything unusual, especially any lumps, red or white patches, changes in color/texture or lingering ulcers....
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How to Clean a Dental Bridge

How to Clean a Dental Bridge When missing a tooth you may notice a difference in chewing, speaking, and the...
How to Clean a Dental Bridge When missing a tooth you may notice a difference in chewing, speaking, and the way your smile looks. A bridge replaces missing teeth with artificial teeth and connects the gap where one or more teeth used to be. Bridges use the surrounding teeth to support the artificial teeth. You can either have an implant-supported bridge or a tooth-supported bridge. Both provide a realistic look, and both are different to take care of than a...
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TePe Universal Care™ Brush

  TePe Universal Care™ specialty brush has a unique contra-angled handle to enable easy access for hard-to-reach areas and a...
  TePe Universal Care™ specialty brush has a unique contra-angled handle to enable easy access for hard-to-reach areas and a slim brush design to fit in narrow areas. The angle of the neck is perfectly suited for the inside surfaces of the teeth. The bristles are end-rounded making it gentle on your gums. The angle of the neck of the brush can be adjusted in hot water.     It is optimal for implants, under bridges, retroclined teeth, lingual braces...
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Two habits for keeping children’s teeth healthy

There are two crucial healthy habits to keeping children’s teeth healthy. Nutrition Good oral hygiene routines Tips for Nutrition Choose...
There are two crucial healthy habits to keeping children’s teeth healthy. Nutrition Good oral hygiene routines Tips for Nutrition Choose healthy snack options between meals. Children love snacks between mealtimes, as they are growing and may feel hungry or thirsty. Choose snacks that don’t “stick” to the teeth. Try nutritious snacks like cheese, nuts, crunchy apples, or carrots. Limit snacks like crackers and chips that are comprised of carbohydrates, which have sugars that are a food source for cavity causing...
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Children’s Dental Health Month

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). 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. Establishing good oral habits at a young age is the first step to healthy teeth, the whole life through. Cavities Cavities are one of the most common chronic diseases affecting children in...
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