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You’ve been brushing your
teeth most of your life, so
it’s easy to assume you’ve
got the technique down.
But, this daily routine is
one of the most important
factors of dental care, so if
you aren’t doing it right,
you probably aren’t getting
effective results. We spoke
with the Dental Center of
Vidalia’s newest addition, Dr.
Logan Christian, to find out
exactly how proper brushing
can make a big difference in
dental health.
What is the correct way
to brush my teeth?
The first step is to choose a
good toothbrush. You always
want to use a soft brush
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with a small head. Also, be
sure to use only a pea size of
toothpaste. A good brushing
should take 2 minutes or
ideally around 4 minutes. Try
to brush your teeth after each
meal. But if you can’t, brush
at least twice a day after
breakfast and before going
to bed.
Hold the brush at a
45-degree angle toward the
teeth and the gum. Gently
press against the gum so
the tips of the bristles go in
between the gum and the
teeth. Then apply lateral
vibration for a few times and
roll down the brush to sweep
the plaque away from the
teeth and the gum. Repeat
this motion 6 to 10 times
and move on to the next area
of 2 to 3 teeth. On chewing
surfaces, short strokes will
work best to get the plaque
out of the grooves and pits.
Also when brushing the front
teeth from inside, hold your
brush vertically to be able to
reach the teeth better.
After brushing, to
maximize effectiveness, spit
out the toothpaste, but don’t
rinse your mouth. This keeps
the fluoride in the toothpaste
in contact with your teeth for
a longer time.
What about using an
electric brush?
Generally, electric brushes are
more effective in controlling
plaque than manual brushes.
You can achieve a very good
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brushing with a regular hand
brush but the movement of
an electric brush makes the
task easier and more efficient.
What’s the point of
flossing?
Since surfaces between teeth
are not accessible to brush,
the best way to clean them is
to floss. You can floss as often
as you brush–ideally after
each meal–though one time
a day (before bedtime) is the
minimum necessary. The goal
is to clean the teeth surfaces
and not the gum. In spaces
between the teeth, press
the floss against each tooth
and gently move it back and
forth and up and down before
moving to the next tooth.
when it comes to brushing
do you really know
what you’re doing?
who is Dr. Logan Christian?
Dr. Logan Christian is a Georgia native who was born in
Columbus and raised in Waynesboro. Like his father, Dr. Johnny
Christian, he decided to pursue a career in medicine to help
people. “Growing up, I watched my dad develop a relationship
with our community both inside and outside of work, and I
realized how valuable that is,” said Dr. Christian.
After graduating from Edmund Burke Academy in 2012,
Dr. Christian attended Wofford College in Spartanburg, South
Carolina, where he earned a degree in Chemistry, played football
and met his fiancé Tilly. “As a college sophomore, I wasn’t sure
what I wanted to do with a science degree. One of my teammate’s
uncles had graduated in dentistry, and he kept telling me to
come check it out. So I did, and I really liked it.” In May 2021, he
earned his DMD from the Medical College of Georgia School of
Dentistry.
Through alumni relations at MCG, Dr. Christian connected
with Dr. Kimbrel and Dr. Hamilton of the Dental Center
of Vidalia. He believes the standard of work, character and
humility of the professionals at the Dental Center of Vidalia are
unmatched making him a perfect fit with the staff. Hailing from
a small town, Dr. Christian fully understands the value of patient
care and relationships. “What I enjoy most is the relationship
you develop with patients and seeing their satisfaction when a
dental plan has been completed,” said Dr. Christian. “I really look
forward to starting a family here and finding ways to serve the
community.”
In addition to his love for
dentistry, Dr. Christian is an
avid sportsman. He enjoys being
outdoors where he can often be
found hunting and fishing. He also
loves to travel–especially if Baker,
his 3 year old Boykin, can tag along.
To make an appointment with Dr.
Christian, call 912-537-7048
Dr. Logan Christian