IN HONOR OF NATIONAL CHILDREN’S DENTAL HEALTH MONTH, we’re holding a special coloring contest and you (whether you are a patient or not) are invited to participate. The contest runs until February 29th, 2016. On March 3rd a winner will be chosen through a random drawing at each one of our locations.
It’s Easy To Participate
Simply click on one of the links at the bottom of this post to download and print your coloring page. Parents, just snap a picture of your child holding their unique masterpiece and post the photo on your local “Lane & Associates Family Dentistry” Facebook page to be registered to win. Remember, your picture must be uploaded to our Facebook page to register! Each office will select one winner. Only one entry per child aged 17 and under.
Every Child Should Understand The Importance Of Dental Health
Dental decay is the single most common chronic childhood illness. Far too many children suffer from unnecessary tooth pain and deterioration. Take this opportunity to talk to the kids in your life about their dental health!
Print one of these coloring sheets and post to our Facebook Page to enter the contest!
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MANY PARENTS mention how difficult it can be to get their teenagers to practice good oral hygiene. The teenage years are rife with junk food, soda consumption, and in some cases, an indifference to daily brushing and flossing.
Although it may be challenging, motivating teens toward better oral health care is extremely important. For the teenagers of this generation, a parent’s best bet of making oral hygiene more fun may be technology!
Oral Health Tech Can Pique Your Teen’s Interest
Motivate your teenagers to engage in good oral hygiene by showing them these gadgets for their morning and nightly routine!
Oral Irrigator: Flossing the old-fashioned way can seem tedious. Using a water flosser is quicker and more fun! Even teenagers seem to love the idea of power washing their teeth.
Shower Flosser: A spin on oral irrigation, the shower flosser makes it even more convenient to floss your teeth. Simply attach an oral irrigation unit to your shower head for mess-free flossing!
Power Flosser: With a flexible nylon tip that slips easily in between teeth, a power flosser will floss your teeth with up to 10,000 gentle tip strokes per minute. It’s fast and fun!
Air Flosser: Another alternative to conventional flossing, the air flosser cleans out debris and plaque by shooting quick bursts of air and water in between teeth.
Natural Sweeteners: Many trendy new snacks and candies contain non-sugar sweeteners. Xylitol, for example, is effective in fighting off plaque and cavities. Research shows that xylitol protects teeth from tooth decay by preventing bacteria from sticking to teeth and keeping a neutral pH level in the mouth. Buy your kids some sugar-free, xylitol-sweetened gum or mints and encourage them to use them after eating.
Start Good Habits When They’re Young
Dental decay is the most common chronic disease in young people between the ages of five and 17, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Good oral health habits should be taught early so that when your children do become teenagers, they have already established an oral hygiene routine and have a sound understanding of why it is important.
After all, if they keep up good dental habits, they could end up like this hip grandma who still has all of her teeth!
Partners In Promoting Oral Health
As your trusted dental professionals, we are your partners in promoting the oral health of your whole family. We are here to help motivate children and teenagers toward better oral care so that your family can remain happy and healthy!
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IS YOUR SMILE AS WHITE as it used to be? Even good oral hygiene won’t prevent tooth discoloration forever. While daily brushing and flossing help keep your teeth clean and healthy, it’s normal to feel like your smile is lacking some sparkle as you get older. If you’re looking to bring that sparkle back, cosmetic tooth whitening in our Fuquay Varina, Garner, Raleigh, and Cary NC offices may be the answer!
Teeth Change Color Over Time
Here are some reasons our teeth may be a bit more discolored than we’d like:
Food and Drink: Coffee, tea, red wine, and cola are all drinks with strong color pigments that easily attach to enamel, the outer part of the tooth.
Age: Over time, tooth enamel gets thinner, allowing the more yellow dentin to show through.
Tobacco Use: The tar in tobacco is naturally dark, and nicotine, when mixed with oxygen in the air, turns into a yellow surface-staining substance.
Tooth Whitening Is A Simple Process
Whitening agents use hydrogen peroxide in one form or another to brighten your smile. Hydrogen peroxide acts as a strong bleaching agent that breaks up deep stains into smaller pieces, making the color less concentrated and your teeth brighter. It’s that simple!
There Are Whitening Options For Everyone
In-office bleaching is done at the dentist’s office and is a fast, effective way to whiten your teeth. You can usually get your whitening done in one to three visits, depending on the method used and the severity of tooth discoloration.
When you come in to get your teeth whitened, a substance is applied to cover and protect your gums. The whitening gel is then applied directly to the tooth surface. This gel is then activated, usually by a laser light, enhancing the action of the whitening agent. These professional tools produce the fastest tooth-whitening results.
At-home bleaching is another option! Many use at-home whitening kits to supplement their in-office whitening treatments. Ask us about our at-home whitening kits after your in-office whitening procedure to keep your newly white smile sparkling!
Over-the-counter whitening kits are also widely available for home use. These provide trays to hold whitening gel or whitening strips that stick to your teeth. Over-the-counter products contain a weaker whitening agent than the products you can get from your dentist and as a result, require a longer treatment period. Feel free to reach out to us with any questions when using at-home products and always follow package directions.
Whitening toothpaste is another simple option for those who want a whiter smile! Whitening kinds of toothpaste contain abrasives that remove stains on the enamel, helping your teeth stay clean and bright.
Put The Shine Back In Your Smile!
Whitening procedures are a fast and simple way to boost your confidence and brighten your smile. And getting that white, sparkly smile you’ve always wanted has never been easier.
Thank you for placing your trust in Lane & Associates Family Dentistry!
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2613 Green Level Road, Cary, NC 27519 Phone: 919-589-0270 Accepting New Patients!
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We are proud to announce that we are now open in Roseboro, NC. We accept all insurance and Medicaid! We offer Free Professional Whitening for Life at this location as well and are network providers for the largest dental insurance networks!! Please give us a call at 910-525-5115 today!
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Our new Orthodontics Suite is now open at our Garner location. We provide all spectrums of Orthodontics including colored braces and Invisalign! We are network provider for the largest dental carriers in the country. Call now for your free consultation at 919-772-9927!
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We’re open Wednesday nights until 7 pm and every Saturday until 2 pm. Phone: 919-552-9711 Accepting New Patients!
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Happy Holidays, From Our Family To Yours!
Our offices will be closed from December 24th through December 29th to celebrate the holidays. We’ll be back and ready to assist you on Monday, December 30th.
We wish you a joyous holiday season and a Happy New Year!
