It’s the most wonderful time of the year! With it comes sweet treats and holiday parties and, for many, lots of eggnog. We love to use it as coffee creamer, mix it with a cocktail, or just drink it straight. As your dental professionals, you know we have to warn you about the potential effects […]
We can miss an important oral health fact if we think that sugar is the only thing bad for our teeth. Sugar is dangerous because it feeds the bacteria that cause cavities. It is important to understand, though, that it is not the sugar or the bacteria that are harmful to enamel. It’s the acid […]
Ever heard that phrase, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”? It is never more true than when applied to cavities. Why Prevent Cavities? Tooth enamel is one of the only parts of the body that cannot heal itself. For this reason, cavities are never really cured, only “restored”. We cannot regenerate […]
The holidays are filled with fun gatherings of friends and family. This time of year, more than any other, those gatherings seem to be overflowing with SUGAR. Your office lounge is full of sweet treats from vendors and customers. Your neighbors bring over tins of cookies and candy. Maybe your stocking is stuffed with Hershey’s […]
It is commonly known and well supported by scientific research that sugar is bad for teeth. When dentists say “sugar”, most people think of soft drinks and candy. There are many other sources of sugar that are damaging to teeth, which often get overlooked. This blog will address why sugar is bad for teeth, which […]
Sports drinks make up a multi-billion dollar industry ($6.8 billion in 2014 according to the Wall Street Journal), and the growth of sports drinks is outpacing the growth of soft drinks. Many analysts think this trend is due to an improved awareness of the health risks associated with the consumption of soft drinks. Most people […]
What is a cavity? A cavity is the destruction of tooth structure caused by a combination of bacteria, sugar and acid. When bacteria in the mouth digests sugar, acid is produced. The acid destroys enamel, just like it etches glass, and this process is called demineralization. Once a cavity has grown through the outer layer […]
Is Sparkling Water Bad for Your Teeth? Wednesday, July 5, 2017 Most people know that foods and drinks high in sugar can cause cavities. It is common knowledge that sodas and candy are bad for your teeth. What many people are unaware of is that sparkling water can also damage the teeth. Due to an […]
