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June is the month we celebrate our amazing dads, but we all know that sometimes dads aren’t the easiest family member to shop for. Dad’s can sometimes give off a tough exterior, not wanting to be seen as needing help. Although your dad may seem like a superhero to your family, that doesn’t make him immune to dental decay and disease. Studies have shown that issues such as gum disease and oral and throat cancer have been reported higher among men within the last decade. We don’t want your dad to be in the two-thirds of men in the US who don’t brush twice a day or change out their toothbrush regularly. Our team at Simply Smiles have come up with some unique dental gifts that will hopefully make your dad excited about taking control of his oral health:
Bluetooth Toothbrush
For the tech-savvy dad, a bluetooth toothbrush goes a step further while still getting the same benefits of an electric toothbrush. This dental tool can sync up with his phone and help him track his oral health in a more accessible way. Plus, electric toothbrushes remove more debris from teeth than a regular brush, and some come with built in timers as well.
UV Toothbrush Sanitizer
A UV Toothbrush sanitizer will help to keep bad bacteria that is most likely lurking in the bathroom from getting on your dad’s toothbrush and thus transferring to his mouth. This is perfect for the busy dad who forgets to change out his toothbrush as often as he should. These sanitizers fit most toothbrush sizes and are usually USB chargeable.
Mouthwash Dispenser
A mouthwash dispenser could be a cool and unique way to spice up your dad’s oral hygiene routine. They come in manual and automatic dispensers to fit his style and available space in the bathroom. Not to mention it’s a cleaner and more distinguished method than using the bottle-cap approach.
Snore Guard / Mouth Guard
Jaw Advancing Device (JAD) or Mandibular Advancement Device (MAD) are sleep apnea oral devices that a dentist can custom-create for your dad’s mouth to help battle sleep apnea and snoring. If you have an active or athletic dad, what could be a more thoughtful gift than making him an appointment for a custom mouth guard? This will help protect his teeth and give him peace of mind to fully participate in the activities he loves best.
Themed Toothbrush Holder
Is your dad a Star Wars fanatic, an avid sports fan, or obsessed with vintage cars? A quick search online should lead to many different sites that sell quirky and fun toothbrush or mouth guard holders that are sure to make your dad grin and think of you when he packs for his next trip.
Emergency Dental Kit
Maybe your dad is a world traveler or loves to camp or hunt. Show him how much you care about his smile by getting him an emergency dental kit. These kits should have everything he needs to take care of his oral health until he can see a dental professional.
Cheese Board
Who wouldn’t love a good cheese board for Father’s Day? And the best news? Cheese is really great for teeth! It contains high levels of phosphate and calcium, which not only strengthens teeth and bones, but it also helps to balance the pH level in your mouth, which reduces cavity-forming acid that can wear at your teeth.
Dad’s are great at playing catch, teaching us to ride our bike, or taking us camping, but some dads might not be prepared for anything when it comes to their oral health. Hopefully some of these gift ideas can help you show your dad that you can take care of him for a change. Our fantastic team at Simply Smiles would love the chance to serve your father and keep him grinning for years to come – call us anytime to set up an appointment!
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https://yourdentalhealthpartners.com/5-dental-gifts-that-will-make-your-dad-smile-this-fathers-day/
https://personalcaredentistry.com/7-dental-gifts-for-dad-on-fathers-day/
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https://www.studsmiles.com/best-dental-gifts-ideas-to-make-your-dad-smile-this-fathers-day/
https://aplusdental.net.au/uncommon-and-cool-dental-gifts-for-fathers-day/