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Two Hints For When You’re Too Tired To Brush

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Too tired to touch a toothbrush? We’ve all been there. At McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township we have two quick ideas to overcome your exhaustion and pick up your toothbrush.

Idea #1 Drag Tongue Along Teeth

As you lie there in bed after a long hard day and realize you forgot to brush, drag your tongue over your teeth a few times. As you do, visualize plaque: that filmy stuff on the teeth and gumline. It’s loaded with the bacteria that cause cavities and gum disease. Then jump up and give your mouth just two minutes of gentle, thorough cleaning.

Idea #2 Scrutinize the Food You Eat

Another convenient and uncomplicated approach is to pay attention to what’s going into your mouth throughout the day. The higher the sugar content, the sooner the teeth will need a brushing to avoid harm. Swish with water after coffee, tea or soda if brushing isn’t going to happen soon.

Remember that brushing your teeth is an important part of any daily dental health routine. We recommend brushing twice a day, and with a soft-bristled toothbrush. We strongly recommend flossing, too.

Be sure to get all over your teeth: the front and the sides, inside and out, and the tops. Use a pea-sized blob of fluoridated toothpaste – or more than pea-sized, if you’d like. Too much toothpaste is no big deal, but be sure to use enough!

At McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township we want the best possible dental health for all of our patients. People from Washington Township, Macomb, and Lakeside come to our practice for general and restorative dentistry. Schedule your next checkup with us today!

Contact Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry:

586-685-0880

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45665 Village Blvd
Shelby Township, Michigan
48315

 

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What Our Patients Say

WelcomingI don’t like dentist but this Dr. is the best I have had. Cannot even feel when u had a shot, the atmosphere is warm and very welcoming. I would definitely recommend them. My hygienist is absolutely fabulous. Her name is DONNA.
- P. P.
GentleI have been going here for years and Taylor has always taken great care of me! Would highly recommend her for being gentle around the gums. Also the staff always makes you feel welcome by knowing exactly who you are even when you only visit twice a year which is always impressive!
- B. K.
FriendlyMcKinley Holloway Legacy Dentistry is the best Dentist office that I have been to. Dr. Holloway and the staff there are very friendly and nice. They treat you like family and give you the best possible care.
-N. P.
Kind!The staff are all very kind, and very friendly. I’ve been a patient for many many years. I wouldn’t think of going anywhere else for all my dental needs. Dr. Holloway, Taylor, Blake, Donna, Tina Are very attentive. They take their time with their patients and are never distracted when I’m in the chair
- L. C.
ComfortableAn office full of friendly people who do their best to make you feel comfortable and let you choose how you want to be treated. My experience has involved as much mental healing as it has physical.
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KnowledgeableEveryone in the office is very pleasant and knowledgeable. You are always greeted with a smile and they spend time explaining any questions you may have. I highly recommend this practice.
- V. P.
RelaxedGreat dentist and staff. I am hard to get fully numb, but they took their time to make sure I was fully numb and relaxed before doing work for a new crown. I didn’t feel a thing.
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