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How to Keep Teeth Healthy

Presented by Dr. Scott M. Chandler, D.M.D

How to maintain healthy teeth, including how to brush your teeth properly, how to prevent gingivitis, plaque and cavities, and how to floss correctly; get expert tips and advice on keeping healthy teeth and oral hygiene in this free instructional video.

Series Summary

The teeth and gums are usually parts of the body most of us take for granted until they start to go bad. Yet the mouth is one of the most important tools we have, both for enjoying our favorite foods and for communicating person-to-person. We have every reason, then, to take good care of our teeth and gums. Good oral hygiene starts with a daily regimen of dentist-recommended care. This usually includes brushing with a fluoride-based toothpaste, flossing, and using mouthwash. Over time, maintaining this practice will help keep your mouth healthy and clean. The consequences of not keeping up this routine include bad breath, cavities, gingivitis, and eventual tooth loss. In this free how-to video clip series on how to maintain healthy teeth and gums, learn how to practice good dental hygiene, including how to prevent gingivitis, plaque buildup and cavities, how to brush your teeth properly, whether to use an electric toothbrush, how to clean your tongue, how to prevent bad breath, how to floss correctly, and other tips and techniques for a healthy mouth. Learn how to take care of your teeth and enjoy a lifetime of smiles.

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Diagnosing Gum Diseases for Oral Hygiene

Learn how to prevent gingivitis, periodontal disease, and how to diagnose periodontal, or gum, disease and get expert tips and advice on keeping healthy teeth and oral hygiene in this free instructional video.

Using a Tongue Scraper for Oral Hygiene

Learn how to clean your tongue with a tongue scraper to keep your teeth clean and get expert tips and advice on keeping healthy teeth and oral hygiene in this free instructional video.

Proxy Brush Flossing Aids for Oral Hygiene

Learn how to use a proxy brush while flossing to keep your teeth clean and get expert tips and advice on keeping healthy teeth and oral hygiene in this free instructional video.

Pick Flossing Aids for Oral Hygiene

Learn how to use picks while flossing to keep your teeth clean and get expert tips and advice on keeping healthy teeth and oral hygiene in this free instructional video.

Introduction to Flossing for Oral Hygiene

Learn how to take care of your teeth, including why flossing is important and what floss to use and get expert tips and advice on keeping healthy teeth and oral hygiene in this free instructional video.

Tooth-Brushing Techniques for Oral Hygiene

Learn how to brush your teeth properly with correct hygienic technique to keep your teeth clean and get expert tips and advice on keeping healthy teeth and oral hygiene in this free instructional video.

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