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How to Keep Your Toothbrush Clean

It’s easy to think that using your toothbrush is enough to keep it clean (after all, it cleans your teeth), but dirty toothbrushes are more common than you’d think. If you’re keeping your toothbrush in a cup by your sink, or you’re using a brush for longer than...

The Truth About Oil Pulling

Oil pulling is an old practice that’s gained recent publicity. But does oil pulling actually work? It turns out that it isn’t as simple as it sounds. We’ve looked at the recent studies about oil pulling and what it means for your oral health so you can make the right...

Dental Health Around The Holidays

The holidays herald some of the most delicious meals and treats of the season, but they present a health problem: how do you get the most out of the holidays without overindulging? If you’re worried about your dental health around the holidays, you’re not alone. But...

Treat Your Toothbrush with Respect

To keep your toothbrush and yourself healthy, make sure you let it dry out between uses. Toothbrushes can be breeding grounds for germs, fungus and bacteria, which after a while can build up to significant levels. After using your toothbrush: Shake it vigorously under...

Is Your Toothbrush Making You Sick?

It is true there are more bacteria in your mouth than anywhere else on your body and some bacteria transmits on your toothbrush when you brush your teeth.  Typically people usually store their toothbrush in the bathroom where airborne bacteria lives due to the warm,...

Caring for Your Teeth as an Adult

If you want to keep your beautiful, healthy smile throughout your adulthood, routine oral hygiene is important.  Adults are just as susceptible to cavities, gum disease and serious oral problems. Proper oral hygiene consists of: Brushing twice a day with a fluoride...