National Dentist Day

By Terry Orr 

Since my retirement from the Navy nearly three decades ago, we have been very fortunate to have two excellent family dentists over that time span.  We also like our dentist and consider him and his staff friends.

Things might want to do on National Dentist Day

• The first thing you should do on National Dentist Day is to get active with your dental care. Maybe you haven’t been looking after your teeth the way you should.
• You can start by giving your teeth good floss and having a good look at your teeth; maybe they need to be professionally cleaned or treated.
• Pull out your dentist’s telephone number and give a call just to give your greetings of the day. Your dentist is definitely going to by happy with that.
• On this day, it would be a good idea to spread awareness about dental hygiene and you could start with your own family, especially your children.
• Do not forget to have your teeth checked up on National Dentist Day. You could even give a call to your family members and friends to remind them to do the same.
• You could give your dentist a token of appreciation in the form of a card or a gift.
• Last but not the least! don’t forget to replace your toothbrush on this day.

So on National Dentist Day, March 6, 2013 let your dentist know your appreciate her/him.

References and Links: 

http://www.altiusdirectory.com/Society/national-dentist-day.html 

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National Dental Hygiene Month

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By Nurse Diane

I recently read an article about flossing.  The article stated that t taking good care of your teeth and gums can not only add years to your life, but also lowers risk for heart disease, stroke, diabetes—and even memory-robbing disorders like Alzheimer’s disease? A new study of nearly 5,000 older adults found that those who brushed their teeth less than once a day were up to 65 percent more likely to develop dementia than those who brushed daily.  Read the whole article here: http://health.yahoo.net/experts/dayinhealth/better-floss-or-after-brushing.

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My mother is known for her smile.  She smiles all the time, and my daddy says he spent a fortune on her mouth.  The other day a man came up to me in church and told me what a great smile I have, and that really gave me a boost.  I have always tried to take great care of my teeth, especially seeing my husband have his pulled to have dentures fitted.  He had taken care of his teeth; however, genetics still gave him problems.

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Your teeth are very important to your health and well-being.  Even while I write I feel the urge to floss.  I use a water pic, a pre-soaking rinse, soft brush as recommended by my dentist, and sensitive tooth paste.  There are other new pastes and gels on the market, like those that harden your enamel.  I don’t know about those, but I do know the ones that work on sensitive teeth do help.  I couldn't eat anything cold, but once I started using Arm & Hammer’s Pronamel, I have once again been able to enjoy ice cream.

This month is National Dental Hygiene Month.  Take extra time to clean your teeth, and make sure to floss. It is recommended to brush two minutes twice a day and floss and rinse daily.  Have an annual checkup with your dentist so that your great smile will last a lifetime.

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Dental Hygiene Month

By Akindman,

National Dental Hygiene Month Just Keeps Getting Better! 

Are You Ready to Celebrate this October?

Brushing your teeth for two minutes at least twice a day remains a critical component to maintaining a healthy smile.

Proper flossing or interdental cleaning removes plaque and food particles in places where a toothbrush cannot easily reach — under the gum line and between your teeth. Because plaque build-up can lead to tooth decay and gum disease, daily flossing is highly recommended.

Rinsing your mouth each day with an anti-microbial mouth rinse is another important step in preventing the gum disease known as gingivitis.

Chewing sugar-free gum after eating is clinically proven to be an important part of good oral health. It stimulates the most important natural defense against tooth decay - saliva - which, in turn helps fight cavities, neutralize plaque acids, remineralize enamel to strengthen teeth and wash away food particles. (American Dental Hygienists Association)

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