Pool Party Donation Drive

During Dr. Bailey's Annual Pool Party on August 7th we will be taking donations for one of our favorite charities, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Phoenix.

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Phoenix is a welcoming “home away from home” for families with children facing medical challenges, providing an atmosphere of comfort, hope and courage. There are three houses in the Valley to help families.

Ronald McDonald House of Phoenix (RMHC) is truly “the House that Love Built,” thanks to the outstanding commitment of volunteers and the generosity of donors.” Through the generous support of our community, RMHC has been able to serve more than 37,000 families since 1985. The families who benefit from RMHC travel far from home to receive treatment for their child at world-renowned pediatric centers located in Phoenix. Their child’s treatment may last a day, a month, or even longer. It’s a long time to be away from home or to divide a family, and often times commuting or staying at a hotel is either impossible or financially challenging for a family. RMHC is able to help families overcome these obstacles by providing low-cost, temporary housing that is near their child’s hospital. (source: www.rmhcphoenix.com/ronald-mcdonald-house)

In the past we have made it a point to help contribute to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Phoenix and we are asking that you join just once again in giving back to the community. During our annual pool party we will be hosting a donation drive collecting items for the Ronal McDonald House.

Here is a list of recommended items:

• Snack bars
• Fruit snacks
• Instant oatmeal packs
• Soup bowls
• Spoons
• Pillows (standard)
• All Purpose Cleaner
• Nylon Mesh Laundry Bags 2ftx3ft

We are asking that when you come out to enjoy the pool party you please try to bring at least one of these items. All items donated must be new, for any questions regarding the annual pool party or our donation drive contact our office. Can't wait to see you there!

Bailey Orthodontics

14997 W. Bell Rd., Suite 150 

Surprise, AZ 85374 

Phone: 623-977-0707 

What Toothpaste is Best For Your Teeth?

Toothpaste serves a vital component to oral hygiene. It is recommended that you brush your teeth four time a day and what do you need to brush your teeth ? (other than a toothbrush) TOOTHPASTE!

While shopping we're sure you have noticed that there are many different types of toothpaste available from different brands all promising different results. So how do you pick a toothpaste, well it all depends on what your teeth need.

Types of toothpaste:

Anti-decay toothpaste

They contain Fluoride Compounds such as Sodium Fluoride , Stannous Fluoride, or Monofluorophosphate.  If the fluoride content is 1,000 ppm (parts per million) or above. they are all effective in preventing tooth decay.  Children toothpaste contains 500ppm fluoride and is usually flavoured, e.g. fruit flavour, candy flavour, which is more appealing to children.

Desensitizing toothpaste

The active ingredients provide relief from dentine hypersensitivity symptoms in 2 ways.  First, they interrupt the neurone response to pain stimuli; second, they occlude the dentinal tubules of dentine. There are many different types of desensitizing toothpastes marketed by different brand names. Their various functions on different active ingredients they contain. Therefore, you are advised to consult the dentist and undergo a thorough check-up to explore the cause of tooth sensitivity before using desensitizing toothpaste

Anti-plaque toothpaste

This kind of toothpaste inhibits plaque accumulation, reduces the toxic effects of the bacterial toxin on the tooth surrounding tissues, thereby reduces the chances of getting gum disease. In the market, different anti-plaque toothpastes contain different active ingredients. For example, Triclosan or Zinc Citrate.

Whitening toothpaste

This kind of toothpaste contains relatively coarse abrasives which function by abrading the stains on the tooth surface, giving a whitening effect.

Natural toothpaste

Natural toothpaste is that it does not contain artificial flavors, sweeteners or colors. Instead, it uses natural ingredients such as xylitol and stevia for sweetness, herbs, fruits and spices for flavor and naturally occurring titanium dioxide for a white color. They may or may not contain fluorides and some of the surfactants found in conventional toothpastes.

If you need help choosing which toothpaste is best for you please consult with us or your dentist during your next check-up.

Bailey Orthodontics

14997 W. Bell Rd., Suite 150 

Surprise, AZ 85374 

Phone: 623-977-0707 

Tips For Cleaning Your Retainers

After you remove your braces we know you want to focus on making sure you keep your new beautiful smile is nice and clean, but don’t forget about your appliance that keep that beautiful smile, your retainers.

When we remove your braces, we will begin the retention stage of your treatment. The retention phase lasts for a minimum of 24 months. Your retainers should be worn at all times with the exception of eating and brushing your teeth. Also, just like you are keeping up the oral hygiene you must make sure your retainer is clean as well. Here are a few tips for keeping your retainer clean.

• Use your toothbrush to brush your retainers regularly. Since they spend a lot of time in your mouth, tartar and plaque can still develop on these appliances. Brushing keeps tartar buildup away.
• Soak your retainers in distilled water with a little baking soda to keep them clean and eliminate odor. Baking soda is a natural means of cleaning and deodorizing them
• Use a denture cleaning solution, such as Efferdent, will aid in the removal of plaque and tartar. Be sure to rinse the retainers thoroughly after cleaning to remove any cleanser residue.
• Retainers are made of a thermoplastic material that is sensitive to excessive heat, so they should be kept away from dishwashers (and basically any place where the temperatures exceed 115 degrees(F)).

Your final orthodontic result depends on your retainers, so follow through with the hard work you’ve put in so far. If you have any questions about the retention process or your retainer, contact us today!