Our Favorite Tweets from the American Dental Association

We have gathered some of our favorite dental tweets from the American Dental Association. Below you will find great information (from dental tips on how to brush your teeth to maintaining good oral health), entertaining tweets (often found with the hashtag #TBT) and eye-opening stats about dental care under #DentalAction. Be sure to follow them @AmerDentalAssnX (Twitter)!

18 Favorite Tweets About Dentistry

T2:Practice good dental habits brushing twice & flossing daily eating well & visiting your dentist: http://t.co/zRdGqmfxpZ #HolidayDiabetesX (Twitter)

— American Dental Assn (@AmerDentalAssn) November 19, 2013X (Twitter)

As a family dental practice, this was easily one of our favorites. Take the pledge!

There are 1,440 mins in a day. Your kids’ teeth need 4 of them. Take the #2min2xX (Twitter) a day pledge! #NatlBrushDayX (Twitter): http://t.co/YLXbjbOoBh #ADA13X (Twitter)

— American Dental Assn (@AmerDentalAssn) November 1, 2013X (Twitter)

Throwback Tooth Day (#TBT) is one of our favorite dental hashtags to follow.

Teeth last a lifetime. Check out this #TBTX (Twitter) throwback from the ADA archive: http://t.co/tRgY0ub8zd

— American Dental Assn (@AmerDentalAssn) September 26, 2013X (Twitter)

This video is just another reason to be following along #TBT!

Eating patterns and food choices play an important role in preventing tooth decay and gum disease #TBTX (Twitter) http://t.co/4eExG2wJlF

— American Dental Assn (@AmerDentalAssn) September 19, 2013X (Twitter)

Fascinating tweet on the lack of tooth decay in the animal kingdom.

Sharks take a bite out of tooth decay with their fluoride-coated teeth. http://t.co/5FHFOkVVcf — American Dental Assn (@AmerDentalAssn) August 6, 2013X (Twitter)

We loved this tweet because it underscores the relationship between your overall health and well being and your oral health.

Decrease your stress and your gums will thank you http://t.co/hRCfD2fIvP

— American Dental Assn (@AmerDentalAssn) August 6, 2013X (Twitter)

We mentioned this in the dental myth busting section of our own dental infographic with pregnancy tips.

Dental cleanings and X-rays are safe for pregnant women http://t.co/3kHltPozkO — American Dental Assn (@AmerDentalAssn) August 12, 2013X (Twitter)

Use CDC’s oral health resources to make sure your water is optimally fluoridated!

Be Mouth Healthy! Find out if your water has the recommended amount of fluoride: http://t.co/BTTysPKITF — American Dental Assn (@AmerDentalAssn) September 13, 2013X (Twitter)

Some sound dental advice: healthy eating habits.

Healthy eating habits are one of the keys to good oral health http://t.co/R7LC9bp1AN

— American Dental Assn (@AmerDentalAssn) August 13, 2013X (Twitter)

Here’s another pregnancy tip that the ADA tweeted; you can find 24 tips to maintain oral health during your pregnancy in our infographic.

Hormonal changes can lead to an increased risk of gum disease (gingivitis) throughout pregnancy http://t.co/D0HOfesX1D

— American Dental Assn (@AmerDentalAssn) August 28, 2013X (Twitter)

Have you heard about Tropical Storm Flossie?

LOL! Tropical Storm Flossie. Flossie? ADA must B purchasing naming rights 2 storms 2 remind us 2 practice good oral hygiene. #BreakingBradX (Twitter) — American Dental Assn (@AmerDentalAssn) August 5, 2013X (Twitter)

Do you know your dental history?

In 1859, 26 dentists joined to form what is now America’s leading advocate for oral health. Today, that legacy continues. — American Dental Assn (@AmerDentalAssn) May 15, 2013X (Twitter)

This is one of those eye opening dental statistics. Browse #DentalAction for others.

36% of lower-income earners have lived with an untreated cavity. That # drops to only 18% for mid and higher-income earners. #DentalActionX (Twitter) — American Dental Assn (@AmerDentalAssn) May 15, 2013X (Twitter)

 Another really surprising dental statistic here.

Nearly HALF of all Americans over age 30 have some form of gum disease. Let’s work to end preventable dental health issues. #ADAMay15X (Twitter) — American Dental Assn (@AmerDentalAssn) May 13, 2013X (Twitter)

A dry mouth can mean more than simply needing another glass of water.

Aside from being uncomfortable, dry mouth also promotes tooth decay. Learn how to protect your mouth: http://t.co/EvuyEurWNg — American Dental Assn (@AmerDentalAssn) April 16, 2013X (Twitter)

 Unexpected benefits of gum! Like the tweet says, make sure its sugarless!

Chewing gum improves your reaction time, study suggests. ADA says: Make sure it’s sugarless!! http://t.co/bkcCkAUpHN via @bodyoddX (Twitter)

— American Dental Assn (@AmerDentalAssn) March 11, 2013X (Twitter)

If mints aren’t freshening your breath, it might be a good idea to visit your local dentist.

Valentine’s Day Tip: Mints may not beat bad breath. Stinky breath can be an indicator of oral disease or worse. http://t.co/smFSEj8D

— American Dental Assn (@AmerDentalAssn) February 14, 2013X (Twitter)

We love to see that the upcoming generation is visiting the dentist. Hopefully they will keep up the good habit when they enter adulthood!

ADA research shows adults’ dental visits have declined while children’s increased from 2000-10 http://t.co/HHJ6WPOpCm

— American Dental Assn (@AmerDentalAssn) March 20, 2013X (Twitter)

This tweet stresses the importance of preventative care, something our practice (and many others) really emphasizes.

Nearly 1 in 4 U.S. children under 5 already have a cavity. Children aren’t born with cavities. Prevention is key. #ADAMay15X (Twitter)

— American Dental Assn (@AmerDentalAssn) May 13, 2013X (Twitter)