Category: General Dentistry

How important is a child’s diet in the prevention of cavities?

Although a well-balanced diet is important in preventing cavities and to ensure good general health, cavities are not only the result of what children eat but also the frequency of meals.

How do I Floss My Teeth?

The surfaces that are between teeth are not accessible to brush; therefore, the best way to clean them is by flossing.

How to Brush Your Teeth

The first step is to choose a good toothbrush. You always want to use a soft brush with a small head. A soft brush is hard enough to remove plaque, yet gentle enough not to damage your teeth or gums.

Should I Use an Electric Brush or Manual Brushes?

There have been multiple studies comparing the effectiveness of manual brushes as opposed to electric brushes.

Bad Breath

There are a few different causes of bad breath. These range from stomach problems to diets and teeth problems.

Sealants

Sealants are a protective coating which adheres to the grooves of the teeth and helps prevent cavities.

Should I Use Fluoride When Taking Care of My Teeth?

Fluoride absorbed by your body when teeth were forming integrates into the structure of enamel and makes it stronger.

Should I Get Routine Preventive Care Visits?

Each routine visit includes a comprehensive cleaning and oral examination.

Take medication for your bones? Please read this!

  Drugs beneficial to many patients with bone density problems are commonly called Bisphosphonates. Bisphosphonate drugs have been very effective in slowing down the destruction of bone often associated with cancer and osteoporosis. In fact, they have become very popular over the past decade for many diseases that decrease bone density. Generally, osteoporosis sufferers take […]

Think a sugary diet is to blame for bad teeth? Think again!

  Of course limiting sugar intake can contribute to overall health, but the amount a patient consumes isn’t the deciding factor in tooth decay. At any given time, there are over 500 different types of bacteria roaming a patient’s mouth that thrive on sugar. According to an article from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine […]