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Go Above and Beyond for Your Smile by Doing These Things

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It’s vital for your oral health to keep up on oral hygiene and visit your dentist regularly. If you do these things, you’re on the right track toward a healthy smile. But do you ever wish you could go above and beyond for your chompers? If so, Dr. Malcolm J Boykin DDS and our dental team are thrilled to hear that! We have some tips for you that can help you go the extra mile for your smile.

Tip No. 1: Brush your teeth throughout the day, whether you’re at the office, school, or even just at home. If you brush after each meal and snack, your teeth and gums will remain clean and pristine. This can also help you avoid having an embarrassing food-filled smile!

Tip No. 2: Wear a mouthguard while you are active. It’s important to protect your smile while you participate in high-contact sports and activities because a hard ball, elbow, knee, or other object can hit your mouth and cause severe injury. If you wear a mouthguard, there is a chance your teeth and gums can remain healthy and strong.

Tip No. 3: Include rinsing in your oral hygiene routine. We recommend brushing twice a day, flossing once a day, and rinsing your mouth daily. As you rinse, follow the instructions on the bottle and use a product that has been approved by the American Dental Association.

Do you have questions about how to go above and beyond for your smile in Ramona, CA? If so, please reach out to our dental team at our office. All you need to do is dial [phone] and we will be excited to help you, even if it’s just by answering your questions!

Common Questions About Fluoride

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A hotly controversial mineral in our society is fluoride. Although fluoride is often given a bad reputation, it is a naturally occurring mineral that has many benefits to our smiles. However, as with many things, too much fluoride can be dangerous for you, especially in very young children and infants. Listed below are some common questions about fluoride:

Where can you find fluoride?
a.) In the public water supply
b.) In various types of toothpaste
c.) In various types of mouthwash
d.) All of the above

True or False: Fluoride can improve the color of your teeth.
a.) True
b.) False

True or False: Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in water all around the world.
a.) True
b.) False

What are the benefits of fluoride for your smile?
a.) Fluoride can strengthen tooth enamel
b.) Fluoride can help protect your teeth from tooth decay
c.) Fluoride can repair broken or fractured teeth
d.) Both a and b

Answer Key: d, b, a, d

If you are in need of a fluoride treatment from our team at [practice_name] at our dentist office in Ramona, CA, please contact us at [phone] to schedule an appointment with Dr. Malcolm J Boykin DDS. The path to a healthy smile starts today!

The Best and Healthiest Gum for Your Pearly Whites

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When you’re at the store looking at the multiple chewing gum choices, it’s important to think about your smile. Unfortunately, certain types of gum can threaten and attack your teeth, especially gum that is loaded with sugar. So, to help you pick the best and healthiest gum for your pearly whites, Dr. Malcolm J Boykin DDS and our dental team encourage you to choose gum that:

–Is sugarless: It’s best to choose sugar-free gum because sugar can attack and harm the smile, promoting cavities. It’s also beneficial to chew sugarless gum because it helps produce saliva. The more saliva you produce, the more the bacteria and acid in your mouth will be washed away and neutralized.

–Contains xylitol: Xylitol is a very special and beneficial ingredient you should look for in the gum you chew. This is because xylitol prohibits the growth of Streptococcus mutans which are bacteria that create cavities. Xylitol also makes it nearly impossible for bacteria to stick to the teeth, which helps prevent cavities and plaque growth.

–Has ADA approval: If the gum has been approved by the American Dental Association, then that means it is safe for your smile. So, make sure the label on the gum package contains the ADA Seal of Approval.

If you take our advice and chew gum that has these characteristics, you’ll be on the right track toward maintaining a strong oral health and smile. To learn more about the best and healthiest chewing gum in Ramona, CA, call [practice_name] at [phone] today. We are more than happy to help you!