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Cavities aren't just for kids. Find out how to prevent them and keep your smile strong. Plus, 4 other common concerns. http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/adults-over-60/concerns

Healthy Teeth Quiz: Should You Do This or That? Some seemingly innocent daily habits can do your mouth more harm than good. Do you know how your diet, your toothbrush, and other factors affect your teeth and gums? Put your knowledge of oral health to the test. Call us to schedule an appointment: (916)400-3552.... http://assessment.everydayhealth.com/healthy-teeth-quiz-sh/

10 Things You Didn’t Know About Your Toothbrush 1. When selecting your toothbrush, look for the ADA Seal. 2. The toothbrush is 5,000 years old. 3.The first mass-produced toothbrush was invented in prison.... 4. Manual or powered? Your teeth don’t care. 5. There is no correct order for brushing and flossing. 6. Toothbrushes like to be left out in the open. 7. Lifespan = 3-4 Months 8. When it comes to choosing a brush, go soft. 9. Remember: 2 minutes, 2 times a day. 10.Sharing is caring, but not for toothbrushes. Also, learn more about "chew stick" or Miswak. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miswak https://youtu.be/xm9c5HAUBpY

6 Ways to Make Your Mouth Extra Kissable for Valentine’s Day Here’s what you need to know about making your smile a vision of love for February 14. Cavities Can Be Contagious... Beware Bad Breath Share a Life (But Not a Toothbrush) Brighten Your Smile Don’t Forget About the Dentist! A good relationship with and regular visits to your dentist can help keep your mouth at its best all year long. Your dentist can help keep you healthy, discuss any concerns and give more advice on keeping your smile fresh. To make an appointment call (916) 400-3552 http://www.mouthhealthy.org//healthy-habits/valentines-day

When Should I Start Brushing My Child’s Teeth? It’s never too early to care for your son or daughter’s teeth. ADA dentist Dr. Maria Lopez Howell discusses how you can keep your child’s smile healthy from the start. Make an appointment today, call (916)400-3552.... https://youtu.be/zPgzW5RcZto

Tooth Tip Tuesday: Do Bad Teeth Run In the Family? Bad teeth don’t necessarily run in the family, but bad dental habits do. Call Ivy Dental Group at (916) 400-3552 to schedule an appointment and ensure you have healthy teeth. https://youtu.be/2yee8-3KRdA

Tips To Live Longer!!! "Brushing teeth twice a day for two minutes, flossing daily, and visiting the dentist regularly." It’s important to keep your teeth clean and remove plaque and bacteria by brushing and flossing daily, says Dr. Edmond Hewlett, a spokesperson for the American Dental Association and professor at the UCLA School of Dentistry. The American Dental Association recommends brushing twice a day for two minutes. In addition, Flossing is just as important as b...rushing, says Dr. Hewlett, and you should do it once per day. http://www.eatthis.com/tips-to-live-longer

How to keep your teeth healthy during the Holiday!!! It’s not easy to stay healthy during the holidays. Sweets seem to appear everywhere you go, and with all of the present-wrapping and card-writing, there’s not much time to devote to you and your family’s health and well-being. Luckily, Hermey the Elf, best known for his adventures with Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, joined forces with the American Dental Association (ADA) to come up with tips for keeping your mouth and tee...th healthy during the holidays. Don’t forget the dentist! The holidays can be a busy time, but that doesn’t mean you can forget about your teeth. If you are due for a teeth cleaning or need work done, don’t forget to visit your dentist in December. Please call Ivy Dental Group at (916) 400-3552 to make an appointment. http://www.mouthhealthy.org//ba/holiday-healthy-teeth-tips

Dry Mouth!! Dry mouthalso called xerostomiaresults from an inadequate flow of saliva. It is not a disease, but a symptom of a medical disorder or a side effect of certain medications, such as antihistamines, decongestants, pain killers, diuretics and many others. watch and share this video for more information on Dry Mouth.