Happy Father’s Day from TePe Oral Health Care

In celebration of Father’s Day, we want to take a moment to think about fathers and thank them for all...
In celebration of Father’s Day, we want to take a moment to think about fathers and thank them for all the efforts they put into raising children. To be the best father, you must first take care of yourself. One aspect of self-care is oral health. You have the opportunity to lead by example by establishing habits like brushing, cleaning between your teeth and seeing your dental professional. Here at TePe we would love to give you some simple tips...
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TePe GOOD – A sustainable choice

Have you considered how your oral hygiene tools are produced? TePe GOOD TM is our sustainability initiative to make a...
Have you considered how your oral hygiene tools are produced? TePe GOOD TM is our sustainability initiative to make a difference for the good of the planet and for your good. Currently, TePe produces a toothbrush, a tongue cleaner and a flosser with bio-based plastic enabling a reduction in our carbon footprint. The bio-based plastic is made using sugar cane. The end-rounded bristles on the toothbrush are made from castor oil.  This is TePe’s initiative towards increased sustainability during the...
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World Environment Day

World Environment Day is organized by the United Nations around a theme that focuses attention on a particularly pressing environmental...
World Environment Day is organized by the United Nations around a theme that focuses attention on a particularly pressing environmental concern. This year on June 5th, we are invited to reimagine our relationship with nature. The theme for 2020, “Time for Nature,” recognizes that the foods we eat, the air we breathe, the water we drink and the climate that makes our planet habitable all come from nature. Together we can act #ForNature! For us at TePe to reach our...
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Cleaning your dental implants

Life expectancy after the age of 65 and after the age of 85 have a trend of continually increasing over...
Life expectancy after the age of 65 and after the age of 85 have a trend of continually increasing over the years.  People are living longer. With age there is also a higher prevalence of periodontitis and tooth loss. Replacing missing teeth with implants has become a viable option, even for the aging population. Implants are shaped differently than natural teeth, that’s why we have put together a special Implant Care Kit with hygiene tools especially suitable for cleaning implants....
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Using the Universal Care Brush in areas difficult to...

TePe Universal Care Brush – a great complementEvery person has a unique mouth, so sometimes you need more than just...
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...
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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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Happy Mother’s Day from TePe Oral Health Care

In celebration of Mother’s Day, we want to take a moment to think about mothers and thank them for all...
In celebration of Mother’s Day, we want to take a moment to think about mothers and thank them for all the efforts they put into raising children. After birth there may be seemingly endless sleepless nights that then evolve into the many actives, appointments, transportation, and the million other things mothers manage to do. To be the best mother, you must first take care of yourself. One aspect of self-care is oral health. Here at TePe we would love to...
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The importance 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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Cleaning your tongue

The tongue has many areas for bacteria to hide. There are small bumps, called papillae, that create places for bacteria...
The tongue has many areas for bacteria to hide. There are small bumps, 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 hygiene routine. TePe GOOD TM tongue cleaner The TePe GOOD TM tongue cleaner is designed to remove bacteria on the tongue...
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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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Tooth friendly Easter basket fillers

Easter will most likely be celebrated only with your closest family or friends this year, but that doesn’t mean you...
Easter will most likely be celebrated only with your closest family or friends this year, but that doesn’t mean you have to skip the Easter basket. However, the baskets are often filled with sugary snacks. Below we list some alternatives and TePe tips for satisfying your sweet tooth in a little healthier way! There are many great things to put in an Easter basket besides sugary items; here are just a couple ideas to get you started. Toothbrush. TePe Kids...
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TePe Tip: How do I know when to floss or use an in...

Dental professionals often get asked many questions about cleaning between the teeth. One of the most common includes, “Should I...
Dental professionals often get asked many questions about cleaning between the teeth. One of the most common includes, “Should I use an interdental brush or floss to clean between my teeth?” Both methods disrupt plaque, but the recommendation depends on your specific circumstance, so it is best to ask your dental professional during your next check-up. Below are some reasons why you may choose an interdental brush: Easier to use, especially for people with limited hand and finger dexterity More...
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