Dealing with Decay When most people think about tooth decay or cavities, they might think back to something they might have experienced in childhood. In reality, dental caries (more commonly known as cavities) are the most common dental problem experienced by both children and adults. What is tooth decay? We have billions of bacteria in…
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Preventing Tooth Erosion Tooth erosion, or tooth wear, is the loss of the surrounding tooth structure. This loss occurs when the hard part of your teeth – which is called the enamel – is worn away by acid. Overtime, this erosion can leave your teeth sensitive, cracked, and discolored. What causes tooth erosion? Acid is…
Everybody knows that a well-balanced diet is good for a healthy lifestyle. Your food choices affect your body – but they also greatly affect your oral health. What you choose to eat helps prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Your mouth, teeth and gums are also your tools for eating, chewing and swallowing so it’s…
