A vital step in your oral health routine is flossing. We hope our patients at Erickson - Aamodt Orthodontics maintain good oral hygiene, including daily flossing between each visit to our White Bear Lake, Eagan, Apple Valley, or Pine City, MN office. A toothbrush is not always enough to get to the hard-to-reach areas of…
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Now that you’ve graduated from your braces or aligners, you might think you’re finished with orthodontic cleaning tips. Not quite yet! Your retainer needs love, too—not just because it can look or smell “less than appealing” without your help, but because it’s good for your dental health. Removable Retainers If you have a Hawley retainer…
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When most patients ask Drs. Erickson and Aamodt this question, they're thinking strictly about sugar content — cut out the bacteria-feeding sugar that's present in regular soda by opting for a diet soda and it will be better for your teeth. That seems logical, right? Well, there's a bit more to it than that. Let's…
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Nobody likes bad breath, and although it can sometimes be difficult to tell if you have it, it is always better to practice good oral health than risk having a smelly mouth. There are many ways to reduce or eliminate bad breath, some are definitely more effective and longer lasting than others. Check out ways…
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