If you're having trouble keeping up with aspects of your dental care, there's probably an app for that!
Like everything else in the world, the field of dentistry is being revolutionized by universal online connectivity and the ease of using smartphone apps. Patients can now be encouraged to engage in better dental care, even when they're away from their dentist. That's great for dentists and their patients!
So, here are some of our own favorite apps to help you keep your smile looking great.
Five Great Dental Apps For Patients
1 - Brush DJ
The best tooth-brushing practice is to brush for at least two minutes, but who's counting? Now your smartphone can - in song form! Brush DJ picks a random song from your library and plays two minutes from it, so you know exactly how long to keep brushing. You also get some other nice features, like tracking how long you've been using your current brush and giving a warning when it's time to buy a new one.
2 - BrushUp
BrushUp is another toothbrushing timer and reminder app, but designed specifically for kids. Good dental habits begin at a young age, and BrushUp is excellent for inspiring kids to keep up with their brushing and other oral care. Start them early, and they'll have great dental habits for the rest of their lives.
3 - Trayminder
This is for people using clear plastic retainers, like Invisalign. Since these appliances are removable, it allows you to track how long your tray has been in your mouth, encouraging you to keep it in as much as possible. This is combined with timers and countdowns leading up to the day your treatment is complete.
4 - BoneBox Dental Lite
The full version of BoneBox is a tool used for training dentists and dental techs, but the 'lite' version is free for anyone to use. It features high resolution 3D rendered models of the mouth and all the teeth, and it's great for understanding what's happening inside your own mouth.
5 - Text2Floss
This one is as simple as they come, but sometimes that's all you need. Just like the name suggests, Text2Floss is a service which automatically texts you to remind you to floss. Since flossing is often skipped, this reminder can really help protect your teeth.
Of course, no app can replace a real dentist. Remember, if it's been more than a year since your last dental checkup, contact your Plainsboro Dental Care at 609-799-4422 for an appointment today.