MILLIONS…..SERIOUSLY?
November 7, 2011
It is hard to imagine that students ages 5-17 miss an average of over a million school days annually due to acute dental problems-that’s an average of 3.1 days per 100 students. (Surgeon General David Satcher). While some dental emergencies cannot be avoided, many can with proper oral hygeine and regular dental check-ups. Remember to use your dry brush daily. It’s an easy habit to aquire, just do it! Whether you’re at the computer or watching tv, grab your dry brush and massage your gums! This simple act, along with regular flossing and brushing will help maintain great oral health and can even keep you on the fast track to getting your braces off! Remember to visit your dentist every six months for a cleaning and check-up. As always, if you have any questions or concerns about your treatment please do not hesitate to call us. Together we will help you keep your mouth healthy and keep your orthodontic treatment on track!!!
