When it comes to maintaining good oral hygiene, choosing the right toothbrush can make a significant difference. Two popular options are electric and manual toothbrushes, each with their own advantages. At Olney Dental, we want to help you make an… Read More
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Brushing Done the Right Way
Your toothbrushing ritual is probably such a mundane part of your day that you barely think about it. This means that you might be slacking on the procedure without even knowing it. Of course, improper brushing can lead to surprising,… Read More
The Invention of Toothpaste and the Toothbrush
You use your toothbrush and toothpaste every day. In fact, you probably take them for granted. So that means you never take the time to think about how they got to be where they are. Who invented toothpaste? And where… Read More
How Do You Know it’s Time for a New Toothbrush?
Since you’re using your toothbrush 2-3 times per day, you want to make sure it’s in good working order. As a general rule, you should be replacing your toothbrush every three months no matter what. There are some situations, however,… Read More
Should You Consider Sanitizing Your Toothbrush?
Since your toothbrush only goes in your mouth anyways, and since you are putting toothpaste on it to keep your teeth clean, you don’t really need to clean it, right? Sanitizing your toothbrush might seem like an optional thing, but… Read More
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Toothbrushes
Toothbrushes are the basic implements everyone uses to keep their teeth clean and their mouth healthy. By brushing twice a day, you can prevent almost every dental problem out there! But how much do you really know about toothbrushes? Do… Read More
How the Ancients Cleaned their Teeth
We all know the best way to prevent problems with our teeth is to brush them twice a day and practice good oral hygiene. But have you ever wondered how the ancients managed to keep their teeth clean? Or how… Read More
Is It Okay To Brush Your Teeth After Eating?
We all understand the importance of brushing our teeth in promoting good oral health. By brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day, you can fight the negative effects of bacteria, tartar, and plaque. Most people tend to brush their… Read More
Do You Know How Often You Should Replace Your Toothbrush?
If you only think about replacing your toothbrush once the bristles are so worn down that it no longer works, think again: Your toothbrush could be home to up to 10 million germs and bacteria! If you don’t want to… Read More
Are You Brushing Your Teeth Correctly? Your Olney Dentist Explains
We all know how important it is to brush and floss regularly. Most of us probably learned that lesson at a very young age when our parents first taught us how to practice proper oral hygiene. If that was the… Read More