Taking good care of your teeth is easyÑand fun! Here's how I keep grinning from ear to ear. If I had ears, that is.

Brushing
Everybody knows that brushing after every meal keeps your smile smiling. But not everybody knows how to brush properly. It's easy-just think about making little circles. And don't forget your gums! (That's the pink stuff that holds your teeth in.)

Flossing
To get teeth clean, you have to get in between! Wrap some floss around your pointy fingers, and then gently work it into the spaces between your teeth and gums. If you're lucky, you'll pull out some of last week's cupcakes! Yum!

Foods and Drinks
Candy is dandy-but teeth also like the taste of meats, fruits, vegetables and other healthy foods. Your teeth are kind of like bones, so they need lots of calcium and vitamins. That goes for drinks, too. Soft drinks have lots of sugar and acids that can chew up your choppers. Try some milk or water instead. And when you do have a treat, be sure to brush away the stuff that keeps teeth from looking their best.