Happy World Smile Day! The intent of World Smile Day is to
engage in an act of kindness or good deed in the spirit of the Smiley symbol.
Although the traditional Smiley has no teeth showing, I hope
you don’t mind if I pass along some tips on keeping your smile beautiful and
healthy:
Brush at least two times a day for two whole minutes, once
in the morning and once at night.
Brush each and every tooth (it’s called a tooth brush and
not a teeth brush!) to get each and every surface.
Brush gently and use a soft tooth brush – you don’t want to
hurt those all important gums!
Floss once a day to keep those in-between surfaces germ
free, too.
Eat a healthy diet, low in sugar. Plaque germs that make
acid on the teeth just LOVE sugar – Starve the plaque!
Watch what you drink – water is always your best bet. It has
no sugar and keeps you healthy and hydrated.
If you can’t brush – rinse or sip some water, or chew some
sugar-free gum.
Finally, think about someone you love and how each day is a
gift. It will make you smile and a smile is a beautiful thing.
Yours in good oral health for better health,
Yvonne
For more on World Smile Day, visit: http://www.worldsmileday.com/index.php
This blog is not intended to treat or diagnose any condition. Visit your doctor and dentist regularly!
