Seeing and/or making someone smile always makes me smile. Having a healthy smile is even more important. Here are 5 tips for a healthier smile AND an intro to my new fave ultrasonic toothbrush!
I love to smile, and the first thing a person sees when I do so, are my teeth. The health of your mouth leads to good health in other areas of your body, so it is important to take care of your teeth, gums, and tongue health as well!
- Dentist Appointments: This is a healthier smile tip give-in but I have to mention it. I go every 6 months for a cleaning, and at the year mark, they do x-rays to make sure all is well.
- Be Gentle: I used to think that if I brushed my teeth super rigorously I was giving them an amazing cleaning. That wasn’t the case. I was inadvertently promoting a receding gumline.
- Four Score: The way the electric toothbrush is set up, in terms of timing, is breaking your mouth down into four sections. You brush your teeth in the first section for thirty seconds – wait for the first burst to end, and then move on to the next section.
- Alcohol-Free: I already use alcohol-free mouthwash as I felt the others actually dried out my mouth more. It is recommended to also use an alcohol-free (and non-abrasive) toothpaste as well.
- Floss: I love the individual flossers. I keep a bag in each of my cars as well as in the kitchen and bathrooms. It makes flossing that much easier.
I’ve always wanted to try an electric toothbrush, as I didn’t think my manual one was doing the job. When I was offered to try out the Smile Brilliant cariPRO Ultrasonic electric toothbrush, I figured it was about time I retire the old school manual version.
I was like a kid in a candy shop when the package arrived – super curious to see if this electric toothbrush really made a difference in my oral hygiene.
After unpackaging the brush, I charged it for a full 24 hours on the included charging base. Once that little red light turned green, I was good to go!
The brush itself has five different settings:
- Clean: the standard mode for daily cleaning, leading to a healthier smile
- White: (my favorite) the most powerful mode perfect for surface stains and polishing. I love red wine and coffee – two items that can drastically stain your teeth.
- Massage: I use this mode along with the “Clean” mode as it is best for gum stimulation (perfect for increasing blood flow in your gums, which equals healthier gums!)
- Gum Care: I felt this mode was similar to the “Massage” mode.
- Sensitive: If you have sensitive gums and teeth, this mode is for you. My gums are super sensitive, and this mode is a bit gentler than the “Clean” mode. I started with this mode and after the first week graduated to the “Clean” mode.
It is a lot easier than you may think to create and keep up a healthier smile.
Lydia Smith says
I like this I would definitely try it out.
jessa b. says
thanks for introducing Caripro ultrasonic to us! will definitely try this one!
Dana says
My pleasure, Jessa! It’s worth the cost!
maysz says
I really need to try ultrasonic toothbrush it sounds like a great product. I should try to find this one thanks for sharing.
Dana says
My pleasure! Check the link in the post for more details and use the discount code!
Susan says
Great info about alcohol free products. Thanks
Dana says
Thank you Mama!
dino says
I was never interested in electric toothbrush too. But you kind of convince me to get one. Thanks for sharing.
Dana says
I’m glad I changed your mind!
Emily Fata says
Wow, this looks like such a great toothbrush! I’ve been looking for a new electronic toothbrush, and this will definitely be on my list of potentials. Thanks for sharing.
Dana says
My pleasure, Emily!
Arun Dahiya says
Thank you for the tips, the meds I am on causes dry mouth and leads to dental problem. So I need to follow all these steps. And I would try that toothbrush, as I struggle with severe fatigue, I guess this brush can aid .
Dana says
My pleasure, Arun!
Ashli says
This seems like a great toothbrush! I am in need of a good one and this looks like it’s going on my list
Dana says
Ashli, I’ve been using it for a couple of weeks now and I see the difference in the health of my gums!
Michael says
I like flossing but flossing dont like me back. My gums always bleeds when I do huhu
Alexandra Cook says
This looks and sounds great. I am so much more concerned with my teeth now than I used to be. So important to have this.
Akriti says
I am very careful when it comes to taking care of my teeth. I recently started using an electric toothbrush and I have to say that it has really helped a lot!
Dana says
I can’t believe I haven’t started using one sooner!
Madhurima Maiti says
Good tips on dental health. I would love to use that ultrasonic toothbrush. I have heard about it from my dentist friends but never used it. Thanks for sharing.
Dana says
I’m glad you liked the tips!
Ashley N Rice says
Great tips! I should look into non-alcoholic mouth wash! Love the giveaway!
Lisa Rios says
I actually need a new toothbrush! This looks perfect for my sensitive teeth and gums
Jackline A says
I really want to try ultrasonic toothbrush it sounds like a great product. i need a better tooth brush
Dana says
Jackline, I love it and I believe you will too!
Esperanza says
I just got an electric tooth brush! Love it 🙂
Dana says
They are the best!
Miljana says
Wow, an amazing giveaway!!!
Dana says
Enter and good luck!