“Sports, accidents and fights are the leading cause of tooth loss for people under age 35. Play it safe and wear a mouth guard.”

“Zig-zag. See-saw. How ever you slice it, a back and forth motion is the best way to glide floss between teeth. Gently loosen food and plaque — without bruising those gums.”

“Bottled water doesn’t contain the tooth-decay fighting fluoride, which is added to most municipal water supplies. Ditch the bottle and drink from the tap.”