{"id":191,"date":"2014-09-20T07:42:13","date_gmt":"2014-09-20T07:42:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.emadental.com\/?p=191"},"modified":"2019-09-27T21:56:17","modified_gmt":"2019-09-27T21:56:17","slug":"october-national-dental-hygiene-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.emadental.com\/blog\/october-national-dental-hygiene-month\/","title":{"rendered":"October Is National Dental Hygiene Month"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>EAST LONGMEADOW, NORTHAMPTON AND PIONEER VALLEY, MASSACHUSETTS \u2013 October is National Dental Hygiene Month, a monthlong event organized by the American Dental Hygienists\u2019 Association.<\/p>\n<p>The theme this year focuses on healthy habits for a healthy smile. Dr. Vincent J. Mariano and the dentists at EMA Dental, a multi-doctor <a href=\"https:\/\/www.emadental.com\/\">Pioneer Valley dentistry<\/a>office, are celebrating by acknowledging their amazing team of registered dental hygienists who have a combined 95 years of dental hygiene experience that enables them to provide services of the highest level to our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.emadental.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">patients<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe <a href=\"https:\/\/www.emadental.com\/what-is-a-prosthodontist.html\">doctors<\/a> and hygienists are also happy to announce that our hygienists are now providing BOOST <a href=\"https:\/\/www.emadental.com\/teeth-whitening.html\">whitening services<\/a> to their patients,\u201d says Dr. Mariano. \u201cBOOST is our newest whitening technique, and it is a great introductory procedure or a great touch-up option for those who have whitened in the past.\u201d<span id=\"more-682\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The fact that it can be done by any of our hygienists or whitening specialists in just about an hour makes it a convenient and efficient option. In recognition of National Dental Hygiene Month, here are a few tips to keeping your mouth healthy.<\/p>\n<p>Visit Dentist Regularly- Visiting your family <a href=\"https:\/\/www.emadental.com\/meet-our-doctors.html\">general dentist<\/a> routinely can help prevent serious dental issues, such as gum disease, cavities or tooth loss. Brush- Brushing twice a day is critical to maintaining a healthy smile, says <a href=\"https:\/\/www.emadental.com\/dr-lisa-emirzian.html\">Dr. Lisa Emirzian<\/a>, an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.emadental.com\/smile-makeover.html\">extreme makeover<\/a> specialist.<br \/>\nFloss- Flossing can remove plaque and food debris from places a toothbrush cannot reach. Daily flossing is recommended for the prevention of tooth decay and gum disease.<\/p>\n<p>Mouthwash- Rinsing your mouth is another important step in the prevention of gingivitis. Antiseptic mouthwash can kill germs that brushing leaves behind.<br \/>\nYou can incorporate these simple hygiene tips into any busy schedule to maintain good oral health. The result is a beautiful healthy smile.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u00a9 2011 Master Google and EMA Dental group. Authorization to post is granted, with the stipulation that Master Google, a company that can provide free SEO services, is credited as sole source. Linking to other sites from this document is strictly prohibited, with the exception of herein imbedded links.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>EAST LONGMEADOW, NORTHAMPTON AND PIONEER VALLEY, MASSACHUSETTS \u2013 October is National Dental Hygiene Month, a monthlong event organized by the American Dental Hygienists\u2019 Association. The theme this year focuses on healthy habits for a healthy smile. Dr. Vincent J. 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