Mouth Guards and YOU!

What's the deal with mouth guards? There are so many different types of mouth guards, how do you know which one is right for you or your child? A lot of our patients play sports, and now is a great time to remind all of you to take care of both your mouth and appliances while participating in sports – especially contact sports such as soccer, football and basketball. Did you know that if you have braces you can still wear a mouth guard? We recommend a different type of mouth guard made especially for patients in treatment.

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Mouth Guards and You (the full article)

Fitting Braces into Your Life!

Did you, your child or your friend just start orthodontic treatment with us? We know that starting treatment can be challenging and exciting at the same time! To achieve the best results possible in the shortest amount of time, there are some changes you'll need to take into consideration during your treatment with us. Click the link below to read the full article, Fitting Braces into Your Life. As always, our team is here to help, call us anytime to ask questions and to get advice from our trained professionals! (425) 823-1234


Fitting Braces into Your Life

Manual vs. Electric Toothbrushes

Manual vs. Electric Toothbrushes...that is the question! Have you ever stopped to ask yourself which one is right for you, or your child or your partner?

Regardless of the type of toothbrush you prefer, when used properly, both powered and manual toothbrushes are great options for removing plaque and keeping teeth and gums healthy. So what variables should you consider when deciding on the best toothbrush for you?  Here are a few factors to consider, read the full article by clicking the link below!

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Manual vs. Electric Toothbrushes article

5 Ways to Encourage Responsible, Productive Behavior in Your Kids

Responsibility is one of the most important skills your child can learn! We found this article to be very informative and at the very least, this article gives great ideas that might just help! Let us know what you think? Any other great ideas out there parents? Post your comments here or on our Facebook page!

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http://www.pickthebrain.com/blog/5-ways-to-encourage-responsible-productive-behavior-in-your-kids/#more-8884

15 Fascinating Facts About Smiling!

15 Fascinating Facts About Smiling!

Everyone loves the quote “laughter is the best medicine!" It's a true quote, smiling can boost your mood and even your immune system. Did you know that babies start smiling in their sleep as young as four to six weeks? Keep reading for more interesting facts about your smile!


http://www.pickthebrain.com/blog/15-fascinating-facts-about-smiling/#more-2917

Can brushing your teeth twice daily prevent later heart disease?

Are you a regular brusher? After a Scottish study, some scientist are saying that brushing twice daily can prevent later heart disease! Click the link below to view the whole article!

http://www.inquisitr.com/74131/brushing-your-teeth-twice-daily-can-prevent-later-heart-disease/

Habits you may want to break!

http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/814560/habits-to-break-5-things-you-re-doing-that-are-secretly-hurting-your-teeth-1

Sure, daily brushing and flossing are just what the doctor ordered, but they may not be enough to keep your teeth in tip-top shape. A few common habits secretly hurt our teeth, and Annalisa Somers, a Dentist based in Austin, Texas, says that most people don’t even realize they're doing harm. Are you guilty of any of these five dental don'ts?

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