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Spring is almost here and for many of us that means it’s time to do some spring cleaning around our homes. Most of us will start with cleaning curtains and windows, organizing old clothes and cabinets, steam cleaning carpets and dusting from top to bottom. Dr. Joy Lunan would like to give you a friendly reminder not to forget about your mouth. 

***Check your bathroom cabinet or counters for old, worn out tooth brushes. You should be getting a new one every 3 months, but if it’s frayed or looking used and abused then it’s time to go. Those frayed bristles won’t clean all of your teeth’s many surfaces properly. If you have been sick this winter that’s another reason for a new one. Bacteria and viruses can thrive in the bristles and put you at risk to get sick again. On the plus side, those old toothbrushes can be used to clean in those hard to reach spots around the house.

***Shop for seasonal produce. Fresh produce is always at its best when it’s fresh. Springtime means we can choose from things like avocados, peas, lettuce greens, spinach, asparagus, strawberries and oranges. These foods aren’t just delicious and nutritious, they are tooth-healthy as well!

***Check your expirations dates not only on things hanging around in the refridgerator but on your bathroom counter too. Mouthwash and oral rinses have expiration dates as well. You should avoid using one that’s past it’s prime as the taste and effectivness of the product may be altered.

***Stock up on staples for the kitchen and the bathroom too. This means floss. Did you know that an average person uses 18 inches of floss everytime they clean their teeth? That means you are using 45 feet of floss in a one month time period. It’s time to stock up with those spring specials and you’ll never have to worry about running out.

***Make sure you have a “spring cleaning” scheduled at Dr. Joy Lunan’s dental office in Middlebury, CT. If you’re already motivated to clean and you are thinking about your mouth, why not make it happen? Check to make sure it’s a date on your calender. Seeing Dr. Lunan on a regular basis helps her to spot things early, before they become bigger issues and require more time and expenses to fix. Plus, there is nothing in the world like that fresh clean feeling your mouth has after a professional cleaning. 

Come see us today.  (203) 598-7920  www.middleburydentist.com

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