Century Newsletter

Monthly News September means going back to school for most, and fall is knocking at your door. Read a new book this month and take part in the national reading month. Child safety week is the first week in September. September 5 th is Labor Day! This day is a day of relaxation and used to mark the end of summer for students. Now students start school in the middle of August so that they will end school earlier in the springtime. School Spirit Please remember to wear your school colors the month of September to keep your school spirit at it’s highest. If we catch you wearing your school colors or school t-shirt, you will receive an extra coin. St. Louis Balloon Race September 17 th -19th Great Forest Park Balloon Glow Central Field, Forest Park; 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.; Admission Free; September 17-19th Great Forest Park Balloon Race Admission Free www.greatforestparkballoonrace.com Great Fire Engine Rally ...

Cleaning traditional retainers is very easy. When you are brushing your teeth, take your tooth brush and brush your retainer. For a more “deep” clean you may use a denture cleaner or Retainer Brite. This allows bubbles to clean particles away from your retainer. Follow the instructions on the box. If you have metal wires on your retainer, don’t leave your retainer in the cleaner for extended times because this can weaken the wires. Cleaning Essix retainers or Invisalign type retainers can be very easy also. Clean your aligner prior to each insertion. First use a liquid soap to make a lather in your hand and place the aligner in hand. Then scrub aligner with hands. For a more accurate clean you may use a cue tip. We ask you to use a mild liquid soap. This liquid soap may be anti-bacterial if you wish. Some patients prefer liquid soaps that are scented. Do NOT use mouth wash. The coloring can stain your aligners and make them more visible. Toothpaste ...