Gum disease is a surprisingly common ailment that silently affects 1 in 4 adults. It can be easy to focus on a bright white smile, forgetting that good gum health is integral to that. Here are 5 ways to maintain or improve gum health: Floss, Floss, Floss! Gum Disease occurs when plaque build up causes […]
We all want a bright smile that expresses all of who we are. One place to begin to cultivate that, is to improve oral hygiene. It can be a simple and easy way to cultivate a truly beautiful smile. Wait A Little Before You Brush Brushing immediately after eating sugary, sticky, or acidic foods seems […]
Gum disease can be a silent problem, but it is surprisingly common, with 1 out of 2 adults experiencing some form of gum disease. The good news is, in its earlier stages it is easily treated, and prevented by the simple act of daily brushing and flossing. It can fly under the radar, as it […]
This year is the 75 anniversary of one of the biggest breaks in preventative dentistry: Fluoride in water! The History of Fluoridation Following a study by Dr. Frederick McKay into children whose teeth were stained with what was called “The Colorado Brown Stain,” but who maintained a very low rate of cavities, it was discovered […]
We’re so excited to announce the winner of our Be 13K free treatment giveaway! As I’m sure you are aware, we launched the Be 13K campaign in spring to celebrate our 13,000th patient of Reed Orthodontics. We created scratch off cards for every patient that started treatment. Each card had a special prize but only […]