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Improve Your Oral Health Today
Take the first step to a healthier you.
Today is the day to brighten your smile.
Are you looking to improve your oral health but not sure where to begin?
These simple tips can keep your pearly whites clean and healthy.
- Visit the dentist regularly
- Avoid high-sugar foods and drinks
- Brush your teeth for two minutes twice a day using fluoride toothpaste
- Look for the ADA seal on toothpaste tubes
- Use a brush with bristles small enough to reach into crevices
- Floss regularly using a "C"-shaped motion
- Use mouthwash
- Regularly clean and change your toothbrush
Take steps to improve your oral health today for your healthier tomorrow.