Thursday, June 3, 2010

Summertime Oral Hygiene Tips from Sylvania & Lambertville Orthodontics

Just because summer is here and you're slathering on the sunscreen doesn't mean you can lighten up on the toothpaste! Summertime, and the living is easy, but we don't want you to take it TOO easy in keeping your teeth and gums healthy. Please keep your smile as bright as the summer sun by frequent flossing and diligent brushing.

One of the best things about summer is the loosening up of daily routines. One of the worst things about summer for your oral health is the loosening up of daily routines! It's so easy to be having a great time right up until the minute you plop yourself in bed for the night. However, it is so important to brush your teeth before resting up for the next fun-filled day. So, if you find yourself drifting off for the night, you need to: STOP! DROP! and BRUSH! That means: STOP shutting those eyes, DROP your feet to the floor and head to the bathroom and BRUSH. Afterwards, you will drift off to a pleasant, restful sleep filled with dreams of beautiful, shiny smiles!

Summer is traditionally vacation time. To make it easier than ever to keep your teeth clean, many drugstores now carry disposable toothbrushes and dental picks. These won't replace a thorough job of brushing and flossing but it's an easy alternative for people on the go this summer.

-Drs. Haerian, Ludwig & Simon-- Orthodontists serving Sylvania, Lambertville, and Toledo

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