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Josh Mercado

<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1767255192831image3.jpeg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/>Dr. Camille Ampong with her celebrity ambassadors. Handout</div>The new year always offers several reasons to celebrate life with hope and joy after everything that everyone experienced in 2025, including setbacks and disappointments.As they say, smile on the first day of the new year, and everything else will fall into place since each gesture conveys optimism, receptivity to blessings, and lightness — not taking things too seriously.In an interview with ABS-CBN News, Pinay dentist Camille Ampong, the founder of Ampong Dental, the company responsible for the Whitening Touch-Up Pen, urged Filipinos to make dental care a part of their new year&#x27;s goals.“In 2026, prioritize your dental health. For many Filipinos, dental health is an important but frequently disregarded part of overall wellness. You can avoid discomfort, costly treatments, and long-term health issues by being aware of common dental issues and how to prevent them,” Dr. Ampong said.Emphasizing that confident smiles begin at home, she added, “Oral health isn’t just about clinic visits. Flossing, cleaning the tongue, and brushing properly (for at least two minutes) are often skipped. Many also fail to wear retainers post-braces or delay routine check-ups. These small steps, when ignored, become the very reasons for tooth loss and gum disease.”In an effort to raise awareness of the significance of oral health, Dr. Ampong, who recently launched DentoFacial Contour Plus, which combines cutting-edge dental and facial contouring techniques to restore harmony between teeth, jaw, and facial structure, gave her dental advice for 2026.She first suggested that Filipinos minimize sugary snacks and beverages, especially in between meals, and brush their teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, since tooth decay is still the most common dental problem in the country.“Rinse your mouth with water after consuming sweet food products when brushing is not possible and schedule regular dental check-ups every six months,” she told ABS-CBN News.“Many think gum bleeding is &#x27;normal&#x27; when brushing, but it’s the first sign of gum disease,” added the dentist, referring to gum problems.“To reduce the risk of gum disease, quit smoking and clean between your teeth every day with floss or interdental brushes,” she pointed out.<div> </div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1767255157649image4.jpeg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/>Dr. Camille Ampong introduces DentoFacial Contour Plus. Handout</div>The Pinay dentist also mentioned teeth staining and discoloration, claiming that Filipino cuisine and habits frequently cause tooth staining. Regular consumption of coffee, tea, soy sauce, bagoong, and tobacco products can darken teeth over time, potentially affecting confidence and social interactions.Shen also noted that poor breath affects everyone, especially at parties, and advised everyone to drink plenty of water and brush their tongues.“In a culture where social gatherings and close conversations are common, bad breath can be particularly distressing. Beyond the social impact, persistent bad breath may indicate underlying dental problems or systemic health issues,” she shared with ABS-CBN News.Having worked in the field for many years, Dr. Ampong focuses on functional smile solutions — not just aesthetics, but also long-term oral health — using advanced digital dentistry equipment like scanners and imaging for precision and quicker treatment times.Her team is constantly trained and given career pathways, including opportunity for leadership and even branch partnerships — a culture that results in better treatment for every patient.“What makes Ampong Dental unique is its patient-first philosophy. Every branch follows standardized care protocols, ensuring the same level of excellence wherever you go,” she ended.

As they say, smile on the first day of the new year, and everything else will fall into place.

As they say, smile on the first day of the new year, and everything else will fall into place.

New year, new smile: Pinay dentist shares oral health advice for 2026

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New year, new smile: Pinay dentist shares oral health advice for 2026

Josh Mercado

Published January 01, 2026 04:27 PM PHT

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