Few people understand how essential saliva is to great oral health. Most people know that a dry mouth isn’t a good thing, but you have to know all of the wonderful things saliva does to really understand why this is so. In this week’s blog, we’ll describe the important effects of saliva on the oral […]
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 […]
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 […]
Energy Drinks Red Bull gives you wings, but it may also give you cavities. Energy drinks are defined as “any of various types of beverage that are considered a source of energy, especially a soft drink containing a high percentage of sugar and/or caffeine or other stimulant”. The most common brands of energy drinks sold […]
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 […]
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 […]
