by PMA Dental Care | Sep 18, 2015 | Notes
BRUSH TWICE A DAY for two minutes. That’s the advice we dentists give our patients, but how many of us actually follow that advice? See how you compare to the average person! From a recent poll: 49% of men brush their teeth only once a day. 57% of women brush...
by PMA Dental Care | Sep 4, 2015 | Education
THE BACTERIA IN OUR BODIES vastly outnumber our human cells! And no matter how much we brush, floss, or rinse, our mouths will always be home to billions of microbes. However, that’s not necessarily a bad thing! Different types of bacteria keep others in check, and...
by PMA Dental Care | Jul 10, 2015 | Education
PEOPLE WITH DIABETES are aware of the challenges it brings to managing their lifestyle. Effective diabetes management requires frequent blood sugar checks, careful dietary planning, and close monitoring of other symptoms. The Link Between Diabetes and Gum Disease But...
by PMA Dental Care | Apr 17, 2015 | Education
SWISH, GARGLE, SPIT – simple, right? Mouthwash is usually seen as an addition to your oral health, the cherry on top of your hygiene routine. But are you using the right kind, and are you using it correctly? Cosmetic Mouthwashes Mask Bad Breath Most people think all...
by PMA Dental Care | Nov 14, 2014 | Education
TONGUES ARE REMARKABLE ENGINEERING WONDERS. They help us nourish ourselves and clean our teeth. They’re a vital part of our oral and whole body health. How do we keep them clean and healthy? Brush Your Tongue Daily Your tongue hosts up to 10,000 taste buds. It also...
