Dr. Quint Lester on proper brushing for the littles, oral health's impact on your heart

Dr. Quintarias Lester is known as “The Joyful Dentist” at his Hilltop Dental practice in Maplewood. He is the official dentist of The Sheletta Show. He joins today to talk about the mouthwash & toothpaste recommendations for younger children. Dr. Lester says that littles struggle with spitting out things that taste good to them and that they may ingest too much fluoride as a result. He gives a recommendation of a pea size amount of toothpaste for the littles. Sheletta then asks how brushing your teeth before bed reduces your risk of heart disease. Dr. Lester explains the why and how important oral health is for your overall well being. https://www.thehilltopdental.com/