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Avoid eating an hour before bed to give your saliva a chance to do its job clearing away food debris and neutralizing acid.

Good oral habits should start early! Make sure the children in your life know how to properly brush and floss their teeth, and do so regularly. Children at the age of 2 can be allowed to brush on their own, though they should still be supervised.

If you’re right-handed, you tend to chew food on your right side. If you’re left-handed, you’ll more likely chew food on the left.

Proper nutrition means eating a well-balanced diet so that your body can get the nutrients needed for good health and wellness. If your diet is low in the nutrients your body needs, your mouth may have a more difficult time resisting infection.

Although it might have staining effects, recent research has shown that a cup of black tea (without sugar, lemon, or milk) can help suppress the growth of cavity-causing bacteria.

Nothing you wear is more important than your smile. - Connie Stevens

Drink more water! Yes, water is good for your overall health, but it helps your dental health too. It keeps your gums hydrated and helps filter out any food and bacteria after eating!

Smiling doesn't necessarily mean you're happy. Sometimes it just means you're strong.

Crocodiles get their teeth cleaned, too! The Crocodile Bird flies into the open mouth of a crocodile to clean their teeth.

The tooth is the only part of the body that can't heal itself!

You probably already know that a diet of fruits and vegetables is good for teeth, but starchy foods are an essential part of that diet, too. Bread, rice, potatoes, and pasta help balance out your diet for healthy teeth.

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You shouldn't brush your teeth after vomiting or reflux. Doing so can cause more damage to your teeth. Instead, use water to rinse your mouth out once you're feeling better.

Why is it better to receive teeth whitening treatment from a professional dentist? Over-the-counter products are legally only allowed to contain up to 0.01% peroxide, which is too low to have a significant impact on the color of your teeth. Ask our office how we can brighten your smile today!

Make sure you’re keeping your toothbrush clean. After rinsing it after each use, leave it to air dry to prevent new bacteria from growing.

Everyone knows you need calcium for your bones and teeth, but did you know that your body needs Vitamin D to absorb the calcium? So make sure you still get some sunlight, even in the fall!

Tobacco stains teeth and significantly increases the risk of gum disease and oral cancer. If you smoke or use chewing tobacco, consider quitting.

Smiles are contagious! Don't forget to smile today!

What made you smile today?

Drinking teeth-staining liquids (such as coffee or tea) through a reusable straw can help reduce the staining on your teeth and may help reduce the risk of tooth decay.

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Smile and let everyone know that today, you're a lot stronger than you were yesterday!

"Life is like a mirror. Smile at it, and it smiles back at you!" - Peace Pilgrim

Don't forget to floss every day, especially after meals. Floss can help remove the small particles in-between your teeth that your toothbrush usually can't reach; this can reduce your chances of developing tooth decay and gum disease.

Your nutrition affects your teeth, so eat healthily!

Twelve percent of adults between 20 and 64 have not been to the dentist in the last five years!

Is the taste of ice cream or a sip of hot coffee sometimes a painful experience for you? Does brushing or flossing make you wince occasionally? If so, you may have sensitive teeth.