Your heart does more than beat faster when you see your loved ones; it pumps blood to all the different parts of your body. With such an integrated machine, it stands to reason that the health of your mouth can contribute to the health of your body. Recent studies have shown … [Read more...]
5 Toothbrushing Tips from Captain Supertooth
Hey Moms, Dads, and Caregivers! Captain Supertooth here. February is Children’s Dental Health Month, and I am here to teach you a little bit about your little one’s toothbrush (and yours, too). If you brush the recommended amount – twice daily for at least two minutes per session … [Read more...]
Electric Toothbrush: The New Norm?
Electric toothbrushes have been widely touted, and indeed they can be equally effective as — or in some cases even more than — manual brushes when used consistently. A variety of studies have been done comparing different power toothbrushes, and while there is agreement that … [Read more...]
Brush vs. Floss: Who Will Win?
Is flossing more important than brushing? A week ago, I would have rolled my eyes and emphatically said ‘No way!’ Well here I am, having to eat my words, and floss after all! In my defense, many feel this way – that brushing is more important. A suggestion to the contrary upsets … [Read more...]
The History of Floss
Floss is probably the single most important thing you can do for your teeth. Unlike brushing, the friction created by flossing helps to remove plaque much more efficiently. Fortunately, we aren't the first to think of cleaning between our teeth. Floss has gone through a long … [Read more...]