Oral Health Program

Tooth decay is preventable

• Brush after eating or at least twice a day – especially before bedtime.
  
• Use only a pea-size dab of toothpaste.
  
• Use toothpaste that contains fluoride.
  
• Choose a toothpaste flavor that you or your child likes.
  
• Use an egg timer to time the length of your brushing, 2-3 minutes, or if listening to music, brush till the end of a song.
  
• Choose a toothbrush with soft bristles.
  
• Rinse your toothbrush well after each use and allow it to air dry.
  
• You can even brush or floss while in the tub or shower, while watching TV, or while reading.
  
• Floss every day.
  
• Flossing cleans the tooth surfaces that you can not reach with a toothbrush.
  
• Replace your toothbrush every 3-4 months or sooner if you have been ill.
  
• Do not share toothbrushes – each person in your family must have their own brush.