Please provide some do's and don'ts if you want to have good dental health.

Do: Do brush your baby's teeth when they erupt.

Do: Do make it a point to see your dentist for routine checkups. Don't forget how important this is.

Don't: Don't place Aspirin on a tooth causing pain because it it will burn the cheek.

Don't: Don't presume that a 'no calorie' drink won't cause tooth decay.

Eat: Eat healthy, brush and floss daily and see the dentist twice yearly. Avoid soda, tobacco, drugs.

If: If possible, replace a knocked out tooth after cleaning, and see your dentist asap.

Keep: Keep your dentist informed of your current medications.

Wear: Wear your retainers to avoid tooth movement.

Dental: Dental exams / cleanings 2 - 4 times / year. Don't miss !

Eat: Eat healthy, avoid snacking or frequent meals. Brush and floss daily, see the dentist twice a year.

For: For optimum oral hygiene, brush and floss your teeth for two full minutes after every meal.

Keep: Keep dentures clean by brushing and soaking them daily.

Point: Point the toothbrush bristles towards the gums for best efficiency.

When: When flossing, after inserting the floss between teeth, 'shoe shine' the side of the tooth.

Add: Add an antimicrobial mouth rinse to your regimen after brushing and flossing.

Alternating: Alternating hot foods with chewing ice may crack enamel or loosen fillings.

Avoid: Avoid abrasive tooth whiteners to prevent grinding away enamel.

Avoid: Avoid too much sugary foods/drinks. The acids they form can damage teeth; rinse after eating.

Be: Be careful using your front teeth to bite hard objects such as hard candy, ice cubes, etc.

Beware: Beware of "whitening" toothpastes that are too abrasive for routine use.

Biotene: Biotene is a great product for people who suffer from dry mouths.

Bonding,: Bonding, orthodontics, porcelain crowns/veneers, and esthetic contouring can improve your smile.

Chewing: Chewing gum too often may contribute to TMJ pain and discomfort.

Children: Children should be seen by a dentist (pedodontist) as soon as their first teeth erupt.

Do: Do brush and floss after meals, and don't only before you eat. Food lingers until the next brushing.

Do: Do brush your teeth after every meal, but don't use a hard tooth brush. Soft only please.

Do: Do get adequate calcium (+vit d3), magnesium, & phosphorus for strong teeth.

Do: Do seek early treatment for dental problems. Don't put it off as little problems become big ones.

Do: Do stay on track with good oral hygiene habits. Don't skip daily brushing and flossing.

Don't: Don't avoid seeing your dentist even for minor dental discomfort. Most are easily remedied.

Don't: Don't be afraid to discuss your concerns with your dentist. Do find a dentist that you can trust.

Have: Have regular dental checkups for a healthy mouth and a healthy body.

Have: Have your dental hygienist show you the best ways to brush and floss.

If: If you are unhappy with your smile, have a consult with your dentist about your treatment options.

If: If you don't already have a dentist, ask your friends, family, co-workers and md for a referral.

If: If you know you clench or grind your teeth, ask your dentist about the use of a night guard.

Missing: Missing teeth should be replaced as soon as possible to prevent shifting and other problems.

Often,: Often, a dentist can give you a better smile merely with some slight reshaping of your front teeth.

Proper: Proper brushing and flossing, along with a healthy diet will save you thousands over your lifetime.

Rinse: Rinse with water after every meal; brush & floss daily to get food from between teeth.

Teeth: Teeth don't have to be sensitive to cold and hot liquids, ask your dentist about some remedies.

Teeth: Teeth with composite bonded fillings are generally less sensitive to hot and cold than amalgams.

There: There are many methods to whiten your teeth. Ask your dentist which would be best for you.

Use: Use a soft bristle brush angled against your gums in a circular motion to clean teeth.

When: When 3rd molars start to erupt, have them removed to prevent further problems.

Chew: Chew straight up and down, rather than side to side, to minimize tooth fracture.

Clicking: Clicking and popping of the jaw, without pain, in many cases is not treated.

Let: Let your dentist know all medications that you take as some can have an effect on your teeth & gums.

Many: Many times jaw pain goes away in a couple weeks after otc pain meds and heat or cold.

Wear: Wear a night guard at night to lessen TMJ pain from grinding.

Brush: Brush with a combination of salt and baking soda in mouthwash to reduce gum inflammation.

Brushing: Brushing and flossing your teeth correctly is your best investment in your dental health.

Chew: Chew on both sides of your mouth to minimize TMJ injury/soreness.

Daily: Daily flossing, not just teeth brushing, is essential for good dental health.

Dentists: Dentists can often be the first line defense for headaches and facial pain.

Earaches: Earaches and headaches may be caused by a problem with the oral occlusion of your teeth (bite).

Keep: Keep dentures clean to prevent mouth infections.

Oral: Oral cancer is best treated with early diagnosis, get a cancer screening today at your dds.

Prevent: Prevent medical problems by keeping your dentist informed of your health.

Prevent: Prevent serious dental problems by seeing a dentist on at least a yearly basis.

Put: Put the tip of the tongue between the upper and lower teeth to prevent clenching.

Research: Research shows that maintaining excellent oral health adds years to your life.

Saliva: Saliva is important in the prevention of oral disease. Tobacco and other drugs may reduce saliva.

Smoking: Smoking and drinking increases the risk of oral cancer much more than each by itself.

Studies: Studies show that brushing without toothpaste is more effective than with.

Swish: Swish your mouth with water after eating any carbohydrate to dilute decay causing acid.

Teeth: Teeth grinding and/or clenching can be signs of the start or exacerbation of a tmj/tmd problem.

Tooth: Tooth picks can work as well as floss to get between teeth.

Try: Try to use dental floss after each meal, when possible.

When: When you can't brush and floss during the day, at least rinse your mouth out thoroughly after snacks.

Floss: Floss strips are a great way to floss everyday.

Don't: Don't forget to floss at least once a day.

Limit: Limit the amount of soda that you drink, including diet soda, to prevent tooth decay and erosion.

Brushing: Brushing with baking soda can help reduce gum infections.

Dentistry: Dentistry today has a vast number of solutions to any dental problem.You won't know unless you go.

For: For those patients who are uncomfortable for cleanings, ask your dentist about using "sweet air.".

Rinsing: Rinsing with hydrogen peroxide can help reduce gum infections.

Use: Use a Fluoride paste every day... It does work!

When: When flossing, try to use the string to scrape the sides of your teeth dont just slide it in and out.

6-10: 6-10 grams of xylitol in 3-5 servings throughout the day is a great aid in caries prevention.

A new TipTap: Brush teeth after meals, floss daily, and see your dentist for a cleaning/ exam every 6 months.

Brush: Brush regularly with good toothpaste. Use sugar free gum. Floss. Gargle after brushing and flossing.

Do: Do floss every day. Do not go to bed without brushing your teeth.

TIP:: Tip: brush twice a day, floss after every meal, see a dentist at least every 6 months for a checkup.

Laser: Laser gum surgery is a new minimally invasive therapy.

Seeing: Seeing the dentist? Be sure to ask about all your treatment options, the risks, and benefits!

Brush: Brush at least twice per day. Floss once per day. Minimize sugars and sodas.

Brush: Brush your teeth, floss, and chew sugar-free chewing gum. Gargling helps!

Invest: Invest in a sonicare toothbrush! your dental hygienist won't have any plaque/tartar to scrape!

When: When should you see an orthodontist? The moment you notice a problem. Waiting may lead to complications.

Count: Count teeth. 20 at age 4. 24 at age 11. 32 at age 21. If not, see your dentist.

Brush: Brush 2 full minutes by the clock 2 times every day. Floss or water pik daily.

Kids: Kids need routine dental care as early a when the 1st tooth erupts.

Use: Use a soft or extra soft toothbrush so you can massage the gums while brushing!

Don't: Don't wait to see a dentist if you feel dental pain!

Its: It's not just how much sugar you intake, but the duration of sugar exposure on your teeth that cause problems.

Ignore: If you want straight teeth and a nicer smile, be sure to consult a certified orthodontic specialist.

Brush: Brush your teeth well for two minutes. Do it twice per day to prevent almost all dental problems.

Proper: Proper dental cleanings don't harm your teeth or gums.

No: No matter your finances (set $ aside), always see the dentist twice a year for cleanings and exams.

Visit: Visit a great dental hygienist at least twice per year to have gum pockets measured & cleaned well.

See: See the same dentist, year after year. They can track the trends and changes more easily.

Denial: Denial regarding your dental health can cost you pain & money. See your dentist annually.

"I: "i don't have the time or money for dental eval." well, " an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure".

After: After brushing, do not rinse with water. Spit out the excess toothpaste. The Fluoride keeps working.

You: You don't need to brush and floss all your teeth, just the one's you want to keep!

"Brushing: "brushing hard will clean my teeth better." this is false. Light, detailed brushing 3x/day is best!

Keep: Keep a plain toothbrush in the glove compartment of your car. Use it dry just to rub your gums.

You: You should assist your child in brushing their teeth as long as they need help when wiping their bum.

Set: Set practical goals for daily hygiene. Feeling too lazy to floss? Focus on crowded areas or back teeth.

Teach: Teach kids: floss first by cleaning their teeth with floss and a brush when their first teeth erupt.

To: To clean your child's teeth, sit on floor with their head in crook of knee opposite your writing hand.

FLOSS: Floss first always. Brushing is good but floss is great.

If: If you are going to enjoy a soda (regular or diet), do so quickly to prevent decay. Don't sip it!

Brush: Brush your teeth with a circular motion, not horizontal scrubbing.

Eat: Eat healthy, brush/floss regularly, see dentist regularly. Don't ignore mouth/tooth pain.

Not: Not all teeth that need a crown need a root canal.

Don't: Don't use hard tooth brushes, don't smoke.

When: When brushing your teeth. Focus on the area where your gums and teeth meet.

Remember: Remember it is necessary to spend at least 2 minutes brushing your teeth twice daily.

Floss: Floss before you brush. That way you won't forget to floss.

Have: Have a dental checkup every 6 months to maintain a healthy smile.

Once: Once or twice per year dental checkups/cleanings will help you maintain a healthy mouth.

Clean: Clean twice a day and floss at least once.

Using: Using a humidifier at night can help your dry mouth feel better.

Avoid: Avoid mouthwashes with alcohol if you have a dry mouth. These will dry your mouth out even more.

Using: Using large amounts of denture adhesive to hold in you denture, means it is time to see your dentist.

Dentures.: Dentures. It is usually better to take your denture out at nighttime, give your mouth a break.

Xyliol: Xyliol gums or mints can make a dry mouth fell better. Avoid gum or mints with sugar.

Dental: Dental hygiene visits every 2 or 3 months can help keep periodontal disease from accelerating.

No: No such thing as living with, either have it repaired or rebuild through supplementation.

Never: Never place an Aspirin on your gums when you have a tooth ache.

Lack: Lack of pain means nothing is wrong. False unless cleared by a full dental exam.

Baking: Baking soda and peroxide is a good tooth paste.

Use: Use a non-alcoholic, anti-microbial mouth rinse to control gingivitis, brushing & flossing is key.

If: If you have well water, talk to your dentist or doctor about fluoride supplements for your children.

Use: Use floss daily: wrap it into a c-shape and use it as a scraper to wipe off any plaque between your teeth.

Seeing: Seeing your dentist every 3-4 months can stop many things before they become problems.

Saving: Saving teeth has to begin in childhood: brush regularly, avoid excess sugar, get cleanings & fluoride.

Brush: Brush your teeth twice a day with a soft toothbrush and a Fluoride toothpaste.

It: It is important to start cleaning you baby's teeth as soon as they start to come in.

3-D: 3-d dental x-rays can diagnose infections much better than 2-d xrays.

Never: Never put your baby to bed with a bottle. Bottles can cause severe tooth decay.

Remember: Remember acids can cause tooth erosion so limit the amount of acidic drinks you consume.

There: There are many tools avaiable to make flossing easier so talk with your dentist or hygienist.

Fruits: Fruits and fruit juices have high acid content so limit you consumption of fruit juices to mealtime.

Dental: Dental health includes brushing after meals and flossing daily. You can save a trip to the dentist!

Xylitol: Xylitol prevents tooth decay.

Frequent: Frequent snacking, carbonated beverages, reduced salivary flow, increases acidity and risk for decay.

Nutritional: Nutritional therapy can be highly effective along with proper treatment.

Your: Your doctor can help your teeth. They should check for big holes, gum recession, and root exposure.

Snoring: Snoring is a dangerous medical condition so talk to your doctor or dentist about treatments.

Canker: Canker sores can be treated with lasers.

For: For dry mouth, ask your physician if any medications that you are taking might be causing it.

For: For a dry mouth, ask your dentist if any of the "biotene" products would be appropriate for you.

You: You can have a cleaner and fresher mouth by using a tongue scraper daily.

Over: Over 40k people will be diagnosed with oral cancer every year. Get annual screenings at your dentists!

Postponing: Postponing dental checkups in order to save money will cost you much more money over time.

If: If toothpaste is not easily accessible, tooth brushing without it is better than not brushing at all.

Myth-The: Myth: the more you brush, the better your teeth. Overzealous brushing can harm your teeth and gums.

Use: Use an electric toothbrush after every meal. Floss after every meal. See your dentist twice a year.

A: A brush and floss a day, will keep the dentist away.

Do:: Do: brush, floss, irrigate each day. Do: brush after meals. Do: consider adding a waterpik addition.

Your: Your gums are the foundation of your mouth, bad foundation = bad mouth. Take good care of your gums.

Brush: Brush immediately after anything sweet. Avoid fluoride.

Avoid: Avoid dental fillings with mercury or uranium in them.

Brush: Brush and floss daily, routine dental checks, dont smoke, chew tobacco and avoid sodas and sweets.

Use: Use a 2 minute timer when brushing teeth.

Crooked,: Crooked, crowded, uneven teeth or jaws. See an orthodontic specialist.

Many: Many patients only think in terms of black & white. You can get major dental work done in stages.

Postponing: Postponing dental checkups only ends up costing you more time, energy, money and grief.

Look: Look in your kid's mouth, if anything looks out of place, see an orthodontist now! don't wait.

Get: Get teeth straightened. Easier to care for, therefore less cavities.

If: If you use mouthwash more than once a day you should dilute it in half with water.

Do: Do eat healthy, but don't think that healthy food can't cause decay. Keep them clean.

Don't: Don't keep your baby's bottle in the crib before bedtime, it can cause baby bottle decay.

If: If it is not possible to brush your teeth between meals, at least rinse your mouth with water.

Periodontal: Periodontal disease is linked to atherosclerosis. Common risk factors should be modified and treated.

Your: Your child's first dental appointment should be no later than around their first birthday.

Floss: Floss after every meal. Place some floss in your pocket and after eating lunch simply find a rest room and floss!

Replace: Replace your toothbrush when the bristles no longer stand straight.

If: If you get sick, change your toothbrush as soon as you feel better. Throw the germs away with the old.

Removal: Removal of a tooth nerve (pulpectomy) can greatly reduce toothache pain.

Proper: Proper oral care not only helps bad breath, but long term prevention of diseases such as cardiovascular.

Before: Before trying splints for TMJ pain, it is a prime joint for inflammation. Cortisone injections help!

Drink: Drink plenty of water during the day. It helps to flush out bacteria that cause cavities.

To: To avoid gingivitis, brush and floss twice a day, and see your dentist regularly for cleaning.

Always: Always use a soft toothbrush to avoid gum recession and tooth abrasions.

Unwaxed: Unwaxed floss is best, but waxed floss is better than not flossing.

Use: Use a soft toothbrush for your teeth and gums and a hard one for the kitchen floor. Floss your teeth.

Not: Not flossing your teeth every day is like only showering or bathing one side of your body.

Preventing: Preventing dental problems is better than have to treat them. See your dentist for regular checkups.

Shiitake: Shiitake mushrooms contain compounds that help fight the bacteria that cause plaque and cavities.

If: If you must have a tooth extracted ask your dentist about dental implants or ridge preservation.

Canker: Canker sores frequency can sometimes be reduced, using a toothpaste w/o sls (sodium lauryl sulfate).

Spare: Spare a minute of your day to floss your teeth.

Flossing: Flossing your teeth is as important as brushing them.

Brushing: Brushing in the mornings are best done after breakfast.

To: To help prevent cavities and gum disease make sure you brush & floss after eating and not before!

Make: Make sure that all new lesions in your mouth that last more than 2 weeks are examined and diagnosed!

It's: It's always better to prevent disease than to treat it. See your dentist every 6 months for exams.

Tooth: Tooth brush far away? Do you really have to eat that sweet? Do you really have to drink that soda?

See: See your dentist regularly. Early detection of problems saves you time and money!

Share: Share all your dental fears and concerns with your dentist so he addresses them for your benefit.

Always: Always ask your dentist for the best treatment option, then discuss your payment options. Prioritize.

Remember: Remember to brush and floss your teeth after, and not before eating meals and snacks.

Always: Always advise your dentist of any medical issues and/or changes in medications since your last visit.

The: The best time to remove wisdom teeth is between 16 and 19 years of age, before it's a problem.

Think: Think long term and value over time when choosing which dental treatment option is best for you.

With: With your kids emphasize the importance of good oral hygiene by being a great example.

Denture: Denture wearers require yearly dental exams as well to evaluate fit and check for oral cancer.

In: In hands of skilled orthodontic specialist, braces more than twice as effective as clear aligners.

Poor: Poor oral health linked to increased risk of oral hpv infection. One more reason to brush & floss.

One: One more reason to brush & floss. Poor oral health linked to increased risk of oral hpv infection.

One: One more reason to brush & floss. Poor oral health linked to risk of oral hpv infection & cancer.

One: One more reason to brush & floss. Poor oral health linked to risk of oral hpv infection & cancer.

Use: Use a fluoridated tooth paste 3x day approved by the ada. Brush for 2 minutes each session.

Don't: It's a myth that: people always need a full set of dentures.

Do: Do have a complete oral cancer screening annually, no matter what age - physical exam & velscope.

Brush: Brush with just your toothbrush first, to see where you are missing, then get the toothpaste out!

Put: Put ice on the cold sore till it becomes uncomfortable to the cold. Repeat as often for remission.

Do: Do chew xylitol containing gum to reduce cavities. The germs in your mouth can't make acid with it.

Dont: Dont let ur child fight brushing, make it a family activity with fun, timing competition, rewards.

Mountain: Mountain dew is far worse for your teeth than root beer. All sodas should be avoided if possible.

Replace: Replace your toothbrush every 2 to 3 months.

Do: Do rinse with an ada certified antiseptic mouthwash 2x daily in addition to brushing and flossing.

It: It is easier to floss your teeth if you use a longer piece of floss then you would suspect!

Be: Be sure to brush your teeth for two minutes every time you brush. It will make a difference.

EMax: Emax al ceramic crowns are beautiful and durable. I highly recommend you ask for it!

It: It is important to replace a missing tooth to prevent movement of teeth nearby the area.

Blenders: Blenders and crushers are perfect for crunching ice cubes, but teeth are not.

Use: Use a "smear" of toothpaste to brush the teeth of a child less than 2 years of age.

Brushing: Brushing your child's teeth for 2 minutes, 2 times a day, smart eating habits, keeps a mouth healthy.

Remember,: Remember, children should spit out toothpaste after brushing to avoid getting too much fluoride.

Thumb: Thumb sucking that persists beyond the eruption of the permanent teeth can cause problems.

Putting: Putting a baby to bed for a nap or at night with a bottle other than water can cause serious and rap.

Sippy: Sippy cups should be used as a training tool from the bottle to a cup and should be discontinued by.

There: There are many risks involved with oral piercings, including chipped or cracked teeth, blood clots, .

•Children: •children often suck their thumbs when feeling insecure. Focus on correcting the cause of anxiety, i.

Pain,: Pain, bleeding, or swelling? Don't wait. Do get it checked.

For: For a child's manual toothbrush, look for a soft, with round-ended (polished) bristles.

The: The "ortho-pro" pacifier has been shown not to cause drastic dental "open bites".

Pregnancy: Pregnancy gingivitis is caused by an increased level of Progesterone and can cause premature birth.

84%: 84% of children don't wear a mouth guard while playing organized sports.

DON'T: Don't attempt to disinfect your toothbrush in the microwave.

DON'T: Don't leave your toothbrush out on the bathroom counter.

Parents: Parents licking a pacifier can potentially transfer cavity-causing bacteria from parent to baby.

If: If you must give the baby a bottle as a comforter at bedtime, it should contain only water.

Rely: Rely on a respected ; recommended dentist or doctor for guidance and not what you hear from friends.

Floss: Floss your teeth with your kids together. Every night.

Avoid: Avoid chewing on ice while you are in braces! ortho.

Halloween: Halloween is next week – avoid giving your children acidic, sour, or chewy candy.

Dental: Dental care is not just a mouthful of toothpaste! couple home care with professional examinations...

Decrease: Decrease stains between teeth by leaving toothpaste there while flossing to help polish them away.

Mantain: Mantain good oral health by seeing your dentist every 6 months and getting the treatment if advised.

You: You don't have to suffer from weak teeth. Have your dentist prescribe concentrated Fluoride paste.

Nightly: Nightly brushing , using a waterpik, getting teeth cleaned, and dental visits. Not a secret.

Get: Get a new toothbrush after getting over a cold. Bacteria can be found in old toothbrush.

Show: Show your appreciation for health care professionals who do their best to help you feel better.

In: In general, kids with braces want to avoid sticky, chewy foods like taffy, tootsie rolls, starbursts.

With: With braces, avoid hard foods like hard candies, corn chips, jerky, ice, pizza crust and nuts.

With: With braces, raw/uncooked foods like apples or carrots should be cut up and chewed towards the back.

With: With braces, corn on the cob ; foods on the bone (ribs or chicken) should be cut off before eating.

With: With braces, you need to break any habit of chewing on things such as fingernails, pencils, pens.

You: You can prevent outbreaks of cold sores by having it painlessly treated with a dental laser.

No: No time to brush your teeth? Always keep a portable toothbrush with you, use every bathroom visit.