Sugar is directly linked to tooth decay, which is the oral health disease you know as “cavities”. The more sugar you eat, the more that sugar can damage your teeth. However, it also depends on how often you eat sugar and how well you take care of your teeth. Other factors such as wearing braces,
The teeth are made up of almost pure mineral content. However, they can break down just like any other type of tissue if they have the right substance working on them. If that substance is any form of acid, it will strip away minerals and erode your teeth. Tooth erosion can happen from the foods
Pregnancy brings about countless changes to your hormones and to your body as a baby grows. Not only can you experience changes such as weight gain, swelling and mood shifts, but you can also see physical signs of change with your mouth. Hormones may cause your gums to bleed more, become inflamed or to have
Did you know that about 92% of people have had cavities at some point in their life? This is why tooth decay is one of the most prevalent, chronic diseases according to the National Institutes of Health. 23% of children between 2 and 11 have untreated tooth decay. 26% of adults have it and even
School is in session and many sports have already begun. Although child and high school sports aren’t the most competitive in the world, they can be risky. Besides regular injuries, children and teens are at the highest risk for dental injuries during contact sports. Find out why this happens and what you can do to
Your teeth and mouth are amazing structures that help hold up the shape of your face. Your smile is the first thing 50% of others notice about you. However, how much do you actually know about that smile of yours? Did you know that you have 20 teeth when you are young but 32 when
Your mouth ages as you do. After age 55 you’ll start to notice changes in your oral health. After a lifetime of wear and tear as well as exposure to foods and substances, your teeth might be weaker, thinner and may even change color. People over 55 have the highest risk for tooth decay and
Many people think of the word “bacteria” negatively, and in many cases, they would be right. However, bacteria is not bad in all cases, such as the fact that it helps you digest your food. Over 700 different types of bacteria have been found in the human mouth. But, what is all that bacteria doing
A root canal is a procedure that is done to save a patient’s natural tooth when there are no other options left besides removing it. When a tooth is badly damaged or decayed, the last resort is to perform a root canal. This is when the infected tooth is completely cleaned from infection and decay
Do you fear the dentist because of the thought of shots and drills? If so, you are not alone. Up to 16% of American adults fear going to the dentist. However, there are many dental anesthesia options available to patients now that can make their dental visit quite enjoyable. Patients can be put completely under,
