Disclosing the Truth about Plaque
Anyone who has braces already pays close attention to oral health, and knows how important it is to get rid of plaque – all the plaque, on all your teeth. But not everyone knows about the best, most visual, and often most surprising way to do a complete job: disclosing fluids.
Available in liquid or pill form, these safe vegetable dyes will show you exactly where your cleaning regimen is working — and where it isn’t. Any areas around or under you’re braces that you’ve missed will be brightly colored by the temporary dye. That’s because the specially formulated dye stains all soft debris and bacterial plaque on teeth, making it painfully visible. After you’ve used the solution, use a hand-mirror and check out what still remains. Pay special attention to the pink-stained plaque scalloping the gum line and then get to work. It’s a great way to see what good you’re doing and to help you finish the job!
How to Avoid Staining Your Teeth While Wearing Braces
One of the biggest issues with wearing braces, is how to avoid staining your teeth. Here is a list of some things to prevent getting stained teeth while wearing braces. You want to try and eliminate foods and drinks that are high in sugar and starch as well as acids....
When Should Your Child Start Seeing an Orthodontist?
Good dental health for children starts by making sure that they visit the Orthodontist at the right age. According to the American Association of Orthodontists, your child should visit the Orthodontist by age 7. Visiting the Orthodontist at this age is the best...
How to Choose the Right Toothpaste for Children
Having clean teeth is part of maintaining good oral health. In order to make sure that your children have healthy teeth, parents needs to make sure that they brush their teeth and rinse their mouth properly. When it comes to brushing, parents should make sure that...