Let’s get Pik-ey

Posted on September 6, 2016December 8, 2016 by casasmiles

Happy “Tooth-Day”!

Farah Flossit here, wishing you well on this lovely day in September.

If you have a teen with braces, you know how much work it is to keep their teeth clean. Brackets and wires make flossing and keeping your teeth free from extra food particles very challenging. So today I would like to remind parents of a great solution that is very useful for those with braces and the whole family. Water flossing is perfect for anyone with braces, implants, those with crowns, bridges, and veneers.

Water flossing provides a unique combination of water pressure & pulsation to clean deep between teeth & below the gum line, removing harmful bacteria & debris that traditional brushing & flossing can’t reach. New pulse-modulation technology gives you customized water pulsation for the best possible cleaning. Water flossing provides maximum plaque removal & enhanced gum stimulation.

Reasons to Water Floss:

Easy. Just point the flosser tip between your teeth and along the gum line, and let it do all the work for you.
Fast. Water Flossing takes only a minute a day, making it easy to improve your oral health and enjoy the cleanest, freshest mouth possible.
Effective. Water flossing removes the plaque and debris lurking deep between teeth and below the gumline, where it’s hard to reach with traditional brushing and flossing.

When your little ones become a little bit independent with brushing & flossing, you can help them by getting them a Kids water flosser. The ones for kids are custom models with a small & simple design that makes flossing easy for children ages 6 & up. The one by Waterpik features an extra safe, kid-proof electrical design, and easy fingertip controls. It also includes a special Orthodontic tip.

At your visit to Casa Smiles make sure to ask our friendly front desk team about all of the Water flossing options we offer. Any clinical questions can be answered by our amazing Orthodontist or Pediatric Dentists.

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I look forward to chatting with you all next week!

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Your Friend,

Farah Flossit (Special Agent Flossit)

Maximize your benefits!

Posted on August 30, 2016December 8, 2016 by casasmiles

Happy “Tooth-Day”!

Farah Flossit here..singing rain, rain, go away!:)

Are you maximizing your dental insurance benefits? Did you know that you can save on future dental appointments for your children? Many dental insurance plans cover sealants for children. Often times, parents aren’t even aware that they can maximize what their insurance offers by scheduling their kids for sealants. Sealants are applied as a preventative measure and they will save you lots of additional expenses in the future. How will sealants save you money? Well, filling cavities are much more expensive than having sealants done. Sealants can protect baby teeth and permanent teeth. As opposed to sealants, fillings for cavities are typically not fully covered & usually have a deductible that has to be met before coverage.

If you don’t know what your insurance covers, now is the time to find out. You can even ask your Dental Office, as they usually find out when they call to verify you insurance. Why not use the benefits you are already paying for and in turn, maintain healthy smiles for the entire family.

According to the AAPD, the best way to prevent cavities is to brush each morning & night & floss daily, but sometimes little teeth need a little extra help from dental sealants. Sealants are thin plastic coatings that prevent food & bacteria from getting stuck in the grooves of back teeth, helping to avoid cavities. Many parents might think sealants are only for big teeth, but baby teeth can benefit from sealants too! Cavities can be common in little teeth, with 6 out of 10 children experiencing a cavity by age 5. In fact, unrelated cavities in baby teeth can spread & cause decay in other teeth–including permanent teeth. As mentioned before, remember that dental sealants are most effective with regular brushing, flossing, regular visits to the dentist, & a proper diet.

Another plus to dental sealants is that your visit to the dentist for this type of appointment is, PAINLESS! It may taste a little funny for just a little while, but with as fun as visiting the dentist can be, getting dental sealants should be a breeze!

Thank you for tuning in on today’s Happy “Tooth-Day’s” report!

I look forward to chatting with you all next week!

Your Friend,

Farah Flossit (Special Agent Flossit)

Week 3: Second Molar Triumphs Over Tartar the Terrible, Shows Off Healthy Oral Routines

Posted on March 1, 2016 by casasmiles

Happy “Tooth-Day”!

Farah Flossit here, wishing you well!:)

Taking on a Mouth Monster is a cinch for a Second Molar with Healthy Oral Routines. Executing moves he learned in practice with a Pediatric Dentist, the victorious tooth dodged sugary foods and drinks and chose tap water for his water bottle instead. The Mouth Monsters feasted on sour gummies, but Second Molar avoided sticky situations on the court and in his lunch box. He munched on carrots and apples to keep his oral care game fresh and clean between brushing.

See what Channel 7 is saying about Mouth Madness!

It’s the perfect time to talk to your kids about saving their teeth! February is National Children’s Dental Health Month.

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Thank you for tuning in on today’s Happy “Tooth-Day’s” report!

I look forward to chatting with you all next week!

Your Friend,

Farah Flossit (Special Agent Flossit)

Week 3: Second Molar Triumphs Over Tartar the Terrible, Shows Off Healthy Oral Routines

Posted on February 23, 2016 by casasmiles

Happy “Tooth-Day”!

Farah Flossit here, hoping your “Mouth Madness” month has been a “slam dunk” thus far:)

Week 3: Second Molar Triumphs Over Tartar the Terrible, Shows Off Healthy Oral Routines

Below you will find a printable brushing tracker or we can call it a “Mouth Madness” score card, that you can use during “Mouth Madness” & there after!

In addition to all the useful information that the AAPD, I came across some tips to keep in mind during “Mouth Madness”.

There’s still time to join our “Mouth Madness” challenge. Create match-ups at home with your family members. Track the games with the tools I have provided & create activities with your little ones with the free downloadable coloring pages & brushing tracker. Lastly, take pictures of your team members brushing & flossing & share them with others to promote the importance of Good Oral Hygiene.

Thank you for tuning in on today’s Happy “Tooth-Day’s” report!

I look forward to chatting with you all next week!

Your Friend,

Farah Flossit (Special Agent Flossit)

MOUTH MADNESS-WEEK 2 UPDATE

Posted on February 16, 2016February 16, 2016 by casasmiles

Happy “Tooth-Day”!

Farah Flossit here, wishing all my readers a blessed week!:)

Just a reminder, February is Mouth Madness!!! I hope you all had a great & Mouth Monster-Free Valentine’s Day Weekend. This week’s post is all about reinforcing the importance of Good Oral Hygiene & celebrating Mouth Madness. Thanks to the AAPD I can provide you with the latest news & updates about The Tournament of Tooth Care!

1st Matchup Update: First Molar Beats Tooth D.K., Thanks Fluoride

A little fluoride every day went a long way for First Molar in today’s Mouth Madness matchup. Ranked #1 in cost-effective ways to prevent tooth decay and a favorite play among Pediatric Dentists, strengthening teeth with fluoride is a smart strategy for little molars everywhere.
Tooth D.K. has stepped on the oral care court many times – tooth decay is one of the top chronic infectious diseases among children in the U.S. – but with a fluoride-focused game plan, its victories are nearly 100% preventable.

Recruit fluoride to your team of healthy teeth.

Score BIG with Oral Care. Moms & dads, this challenge is for you! Hopefully you have #1 taken care of with Casa Smiles:)

Below you will find 3 printable coloring sheets for you little ones. Great way to encourage Good Oral Hygiene while having fun coloring!

I hope you are all taking on the challenges for Mouth Madness! It is my pleasure to help you all with fun activities & useful information about you & your family’s Oral Health.

Thank you for tuning in on today’s Happy “Tooth-Day’s” report!

I look forward to chatting with you all next week!

Your Friend,

Farah Flossit (Special Agent Flossit)