Dear Patients and Parents,

We are thrilled to announce the immediate availability of our secure telehealth video service! We now offer fully HIPAA-compliant video conferencing for our patients and friends that is:

Our new video chat service is completely safe and secure, fully protects the privacy of the patient, and works on Android and iOS, on PCs and Macs! The software is fully vetted and tested so that our patients and friends can rest assured that their protected health information will remain private and secure. All you need to have is a computer, tablet or smartphone with Web Cam and audio capabilities and a good internet connection! We are now scheduling appointments for new and established patients to video chat directly with the dentist to review your existing treatment plans and/or answer any of your dental need questions. Patients may schedule video chat appointments by calling our office and speaking with our staff available during business hours Monday through Friday.

Sincerely,
W. Roger Long, DDS, PA
Bethany T. Wierzbicki, DMD, MBA

Call Us: (772) 464-2943 1511 S. 25th St. Fort Pierce, Florida 34947

We speak Spanish and French in our office

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Why Do I Need to Brush My Teeth for Two Minutes?

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While people may brush their teeth morning and night, not all of them are doing it right. Those who fall short end up seeking treatment from a Treasure Coast dentist for dental health concerns. It’s important to note that unless you brush for at least two minutes, you won’t get rid of plaque and protect yourself from tooth decay and gum disease.

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Top Reasons Why You Should Brush Your Teeth for Two Minutes

The Experts Recommend It

If you want to clean your teeth the right way, you shouldn’t rush. You need to take your time and get everywhere to remove the bacteria that invade every inch of your mouth, including your tongue, cheeks, and roof of your mouth. For this reason, dental experts across the globe recommend brushing for a minimum of two minutes.

The Partnership for Healthy Mouths, Healthy Lives runs the 2min2x campaign to help parents minimize their children’s risk of oral disease by making sure that they’re brushing for two minutes, twice a day. Furthermore, the Academy of General Dentistry advises dentists to encourage children to brush for about three to four minutes.

Science Backs This Up

The Journal of Dental Hygiene published a study that supports the recommendation to brush teeth for at least two minutes. According to this study, plaque removal increases with brushing time. Participants who brushed for two minutes eliminated 26% more plaque than those who brushed for only 45 seconds.

Moreover, the difference in plaque removal was even wider when comparing shorter and longer brushing times. Participants who brushed their teeth for three minutes removed 55% more plaque than those who brushed for only 30 seconds.

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Do You Need to See a Treasure Coast Dentist?

At Smooth Sailing Dental, we want you to enjoy the benefits of a healthy and beautiful smile. Our team will guide you along the path of the best dental health while we deliver the highest quality of care. Schedule your appointment with us today.

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Coronavirus Announcement

Dear Patients and Parents,

We are thrilled to announce the immediate availability of our secure telehealth video service! We now offer fully HIPAA-compliant video conferencing for our patients and friends that is:

Sincerely,
W. Roger Long, DDS, PA
Bethany T. Wierzbicki, DMD, MBA

Dr. W. Roger Long, DDS has been proudly serving the Treasure Coast for over 25 years. We welcome new patients to our practice located in beautiful and historic Fort Pierce.