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Fluoride Facts What is fluoride?  Fluoride is a naturally occuring mineral found in all water sources including the ocean. Fluorine, the element from which the fluoride ion comes from, is Read more

Tips for Parents – Children’s Oral Health Good oral health begins early in life! It is never too early to start good oral hygiene habits, beginning in the first few Read more

Consumers Welcome to our site! We hope you find the information presented here helpful to you! If you have any questions or comments, please contact us! Facts You Need to Read more

Don’t miss the next Saturday CE!!! Lois Laynee, Ph.D., MBA, OM, RDH The Art and Science of YES” 1015 Bowles Ave, Fenton, MO  63026 Registration 8:30 am        Speaker 9 am Read more

Bleaching Your Teeth                      Many people today are interested in bleaching, or whitening, their teeth. It is an inexpensive way to create a bright, white smile! There are many over-the-counter Read more

Brush and Floss Techniques How to Brush:   1. For thorough but gentle cleaning, use a soft brush.   2.  Outside of front teeth. Hold your brush at a 45 Read more

What is a RDH? Do you know who cleans your teeth? Ask for a RDH! Registered dental hygienists (RDH) are licensed oral health professionals who use preventive, educational and therapeutic Read more

Oral Cancer Information If your dentist or dental hygienist has not done so, ask either one to perform an oral cancer screening on you at your next appointment. It is Read more

Related Links Commercial Sites Listerine (Warner Lambert) Oral Health Organizations Missouri Dental Hygienists’ Association American Dental Hygienists’ Association Greater St. Louis Dental Society St. Louis Community College at Forest Park Read more

Tooth Development The following tables chart average ages in which primary and permanent teeth erupt. Please keep in mind that these are only average ranges. Upper Primary (Baby) Teeth Lower Read more