Do you Floss every day?

If you don’t, you should! Flossing removes plaque and food debris caught in between your teeth and gums. It helps to clean those spots that a toothbrush just can’t reach. It’s important to have your teeth and gums free of buildup so you can decrease the chance of having gum disease or tooth decay.

There are many types of floss to choose from:

• Waxed or Unwaxed
• Flavored or Plain
• Wide
• Dental Tape
• Pre-threaded

Try each out until you find a type you like and make sure to use it every day! For more information, check out the full article from KnowYourTeeth and make sure to LIKE our Facebook page, Linked Here! 

Healthy Choice of the Week: Onions!

Healthy Choice of the Week: Onions!

Have a toothache? Well, you may wind up with some stinky breath, but the antibacterial sulfur compounds in onions help to kill the germs in your mouth! Throw some onions in a green salad and make sure to chew throughout your entire mouth, touching each tooth for the best results. If there is one specific tooth bothering you, place a piece of onion up against it and leave it there to fight those germs!

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Should You Choose a Manual or Electric Toothbrush?

 

Pros for a Manual Toothbrush:
•    Inexpensive compared to electric brushes.
•    Easy to use.
•    Easy to travel with, including compact options.
•    Puts less pressure on your teeth and gums.
•    Simple for children to use.

Pros for an Electric Toothbrush:
•    Less work to do (great for people with arthritis or limited upper body mobility)
•    Can include extra features such as pressure sensors or timers.
•    Rotating bristles can clean your teeth in a way that a manual brush could never do.

Whichever option you choose, make sure to choose a toothbrush with soft bristles and replace/change the head of an electric toothbrush every three months or when the bristles are no longer straight. Whichever comes first! For more information, check out the rest of the article here.

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Are Sports Drinks Bad For Teeth?

 

A new study shows that sports and energy drinks contain a high acidity level. The acid eats away at the outer layer of enamel, causing serious, irreversible damage. The damage to the enamel leaves the teeth more prone to cavities.

It is recommended to chew sugar-free gum or rinse your mouth out when finished with a sports or
energy drink. Doing so will help increase saliva, which helps to return the acidity level back to normal.

Do you drink sports or energy drinks regularly? Are you worried about your teeth? Stop by All Brite
Dental for a checkup and cleaning today!  Let us know what you think about popular sports drinks harming your teeth on our Facebook page, Linked Here!

Healthy Choice of the Week: Apples!

 

Healthy Choice of the Week:  Apples!

Have you heard the saying:  An Apple a day keeps the dentist away?  Well, it's true!  Apples have rough, fiber-rich flesh that make them ideal food for cleaning and brightening teeth.  Crunchy fruits and vegetables act like toothbrushes when you chew them.  They help scrub away stubborn plaque and bacteria that builds up over time.

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A Message on Oral Health from All Brite Dental!

Brushing your teeth is the MOST important part of your oral hygiene routine.  Taking care of your teeth will greatly help you maintain a happy and healthy smile!  We've put together a short blog on the importance of brushing your teeth, with information from MouthHealthy.org!

The ADA Recommends:

• Brushing 2-3 times a day, once in the morning and once in the evening
• Replace your tooth brush every 2-3 months
• Choose an ADA Accepted  fluoride toothpaste

Proper Techniques

• Brush at a 45 degree angle
• Brush perpendicular to your teeth
• Brush the outside, inside and behind each tooth
• Brush your tongue to help remove bacteria

Other Oral Health Hygiene

• Floss daily to remove plaque build up between teeth
• Eat a balanced diet and limit sugary snacks
• Visit your dentist regularly for professional exams

If you have any questions on which toothbrush or toothpaste to use, talk us at All Brite Dental.  Let us know what kind of toothbrush and toothpaste you use on our Facebook page, Linked Here!

Root Canal Treatment for Tooth Pain

Root Canal treatment is needed when the nerve of a tooth is affect by decay or infection.  In an attempt to save the tooth, the Root Canal procedure includes removing the living tissue inside the tooth, any bacteria, decay and nerves.  Then the tooth is filled with special medicated dental materials, which help restore the tooth to full functionality.  If the tooth isn't treated, the living contain withing the tooth can die and will have to be removed.  Letting a decaying or infected tooth can be very painful if not treated.

Signs and Symptoms for Root Canal

• Sensitivity to Heat and Cold
• Severe tooth pain
• Swelling and tenderness to the surrounding area
• Sometimes an abscess (pimple) will form on the gums

Reasons for Root Canal Treatment

• The inside of the tooth (pulp) has been infected
• Decay has started to reach the tooth pulp
• Injury or drama to the area

What to Expect from Root Canal Treatment

• Usually requires more than one appointment
• The area surrounding the tooth is numbed for comfort
• The pulp content of the tooth is removed to help save the tooth
• Then, the tooth is cleaned and sealed with permanent filling
• After, a filling is created to cover the whole tooth
• Expect the area to still be sensitive until swelling is reduced

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