quick tips

QUICK TIPS

  • brush only side to side: not up & down, circular, etc.
  • will not damage teeth or gums, or cause gum recession, or notch teeth
  • it’s more import how long you brush, not how hard – until smooth
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  • chew a tablet, rinse – gently
  • see what current brushing missed
  • color reveals where the germs are
  • brush until color gone (floss too)
  • brush side to side
  • helps brush/floss more effectively
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  • remove germs 100% wherever your toothbrush can reach
  • no toothpaste: by feel – not time, not in the bathroom, once a day
  • brush until completely smooth
  • be sure to floss as well
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  • at extreme risk for cavities
  • strong prevention: power toothbrush, Rx toothpaste, floss every brushing, salt water rinse daily
  • dry mouth discs, Spry gum/mints
  • avoid sugary drinks & snacks
  • regular dental checkups
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  • which floss: the easiest floss is Glide (string, pick, threader)
  • hold it: string floss-middle fingers
  • when to floss: often easier in the morning
  • floss lower front teeth every time you brush, work up to all teeth
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  • taken together, same time …
    2 ibuprofen (400mg) AND
    2 Tylenol (1000 mg)
    3 times a day as needed
  • non-narcotic
  • comfort of a Percocet without the side effects
  • discard gauze after 20 minutes
  • no smoking, vaping, or drinking through a straw (1 night no CPAP)
  • do not replace gauze
  • no rinsing 24 hours, then gently
  • avoid carbonated beverages
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  • power toothbrush, rechargeable is most effective
    • Philips Sonicare, or
    • Oral-B for narrow arches
  • Waterpik great for bridges, braces, spaces (baking soda, two teaspoons per full reservoir)
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  • more effective than mouthwash
  • 4 teaspoons table salt in a pint of water (should taste like ocean water)
  • rinse for 1 minute, time of day doesn’t matter, easy to leave in the shower
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  • your prescription is important
  • do not leave the pharmacy without your prescription because you are told that your insurance doesn’t cover it
  • GoodRx/SingleCare for best price
  • more info …

STEVEN T BUNN, DDS

201 E Main St Suite 12, Floyd, VA 24091
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 8-4
Thursday 7-3
(540) 745-4902

HENRITZE DENTAL GROUP, FLOYD

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