HEALTHY SMILES

Someone once observed, Be True to your Teeth or They’ll be FALSE to you! A great smile is a sign of happiness and good dental health. To help you achieve a great smile, we recommend the following daily habits:

Regular Brushing

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Regular brushing is recommended twice daily – after breakfast and before bedtime.

It is important to remove plaque (a sticky film of food and bacteria) daily, before it hardens into calculus or tartar. This can happen in as little as 24 hours. Once tartar/calculus forms, your toothbrush or floss won’t budge it. Retained calculus/tartar is the main cause of gingivitis and periodontal disease.

Daily Flossing

In addition to daily brushing, daily flossing is important. The same plaque and bacteria, which you remove by brushing your teeth, is present between your teeth as well. The bristles of a toothbrush are simply unable to reach between the teeth to adequately clean this area.

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Remember, you only have to floss the ones you want to keep ----- think about it!!

Call us today at 615-446-4644 to schedule your appointment.

East Hills Dental Center – Lighting the Way to a Brighter Smile.