I am proud to say that I have all my own teeth at the age of 65. While that may not sound unusual to some people, everyone in my family who is my age or older wears dentures. I always tell people that that flossing is the key to good dental health. I have arthritis in my hands, but I don't let it keep me from flossing every day. My trick is to use those little "flossers" you can buy at the drug store. They have plastic handles floss stretched out on top of the handle. These make flossing easier on days when my arthritis is acting up. I started this blog to let other people know that they can keep their teeth healthy into old age when they take care of them. If you have hand pain, find ways to make flossing easier, like I did.
Don't Let Hand Pain Keep You from Flossing
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How To Maintain Oral Hygiene When You'Re Sick
13 March 2018
Whether you've got the flu or you're recovering from surgery, taking care of your teeth and gums is probably the last thing on your mind when you're not feeling well. However, it's important to maintain good oral hygiene always, even when you're under the weather. If you're looking for a way to take care of your mouth without ending up exhausted while sick, give these three tips a try. Electric Toothbrush
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Tips To Prevent Your Invisalign Trays From Turning Yellow
12 February 2018
Many people decide to use Invisalign rather than metal braces because they are almost impossible for others to notice when you're wearing them. Unfortunately, some people become very disappointed to discover that their Invisalign trays have turned a slight yellow color that makes them noticeable. Thankfully, you can avoid this situation if you keep these tips in mind. Brush After Each Meal Since wearing Invisalign requires you to remove the trays to brush, some people decide to skip brushing after meals because it is too big of a hassle.