Good oral health habits, established at an early age, are your best safeguard against dental related health problems in later years.

Below is the recommended daily regimen to promote a healthy smile is support of a healthy body.

• Brush your teeth twice a day with an American Dental Association-accepted fluoride toothpaste.

• Replace your toothbrush every three or four months, or sooner if the bristles are frayed.

• Clean between teeth daily with floss or an interdental cleaner.

• Consider investing in an electric toothbrush.

• Visit your dentist regularly for professional cleanings and oral exams.