3 Reasons to Pack Your Electric Toothbrush

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Electric toothbrushes are awesome, but are they necessary when you travel? We like to pack ours for multiple reasons! Continue reading for 3 reasons to pack your electric toothbrush when you travel for the holidays. 1. Better Brushing If you’re looking for reasons to pack your electric toothbrush, you can start by observing the results! People have studied the use …

How to Brush Your Teeth Better

How to Brush Your Teeth Better

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If you care about your dental health, we know you try hard to brush your teeth diligently. But have you talked with your dentist about your brushing technique and tools? Using the correct brushing technique and tools is important because it can make the difference between effective and ineffective brushing. Let’s talk about how to brush your teeth better to …

Popular New Electric Toothbrush Features

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Shopping for a new toothbrush? Ready to make the switch to an electric toothbrush? Let’s talk about some popular new electric toothbrush features that can take your oral hygiene to the next level. Timers Dentists recommend brushing your teeth after each meal, or 3 times daily, and for 2 minutes each session. It can be easy to want to rush …

5 New Ways to Improve Your Oral Hygiene

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Boring brushing and flossing routines can be a thing of the past! Sounds too good to be true? Check out these 5 new ways to improve your oral hygiene and up your dental care game from mundane and boring to something you can’t wait to do. 1. Electric Toothbrush Electric toothbrushes may not sound that exciting, but there’s a reason …

5 Symptoms of Gum Disease

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Did you know that it’s just as important to take good care of your gums as it is to take good care of your teeth? Your teeth may be the focus of your dental care routine because they are the first thing you notice when you smile, but your gums deserve lots of attention too. Here are 5 symptoms of …

Choosing a Toothbrush

Choosing a Toothbrush

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Brushing your teeth regularly is one of the most important things you can do for your teeth, but the condition of your toothbrush is also important because it can have an impact on how effective your brushing is. Dentists recommend replacing your toothbrush every 3 months or as soon as the bristles show signs of wear and tear such as …