Shawsheen Family Dental Blog

The American Dental Association recommends seeing your dentist every six months for routine exams and cleanings. These appointments allow a trained oral health professional to carefully evaluate your teeth and gums, monitor the progress of your oral health, address issues in their early stages, and advise you as to how to take better care of your smile at home. Here’s a quick guide to how these checkups work and how you can make your dental appointments easier by consistently practicing excellent oral hygiene.

Toothpicks are commonly used to remove food stuck between teeth, especially after meals. While they may seem like a quick and convenient solution, many people wonder whether toothpicks are actually safe for their teeth and gums. The answer is that toothpicks can be helpful in certain situations, but they should be used with caution and are not a substitute for proper oral hygiene.