Your Teeth and Acidic Foods

A lot of people love soda, and more people love sour food and fruit. These are pretty typical things to see in a modern adult diet, and while there are sour foods that are good for you - and fruit obviously has its health benefits - there's just one problem with the aforementioned foods: They really do a number of... read more »

Enamel Erosion can be slowed by Fluoride Treatments and Toothpastes

Tooth enamel is an incredibly hard substance made up of microscopic mineral crystals. This is what gives your teeth the durability to chew food. Throughout each day, the bacteria that inhabit your mouth and the reactions from acidic foods and beverages you enjoy can erode these minerals. If it is not countered, this process, known as demineralization, can compromise your... read more »

Your Tooth IQ

Are you wiser than your wisdom teeth? Check out your dental knowledge with the quiz below. Sugar causes tooth decay. Plaque acid causes tooth decay, though plaque does produce this acid using sugar. Fluoride occurs naturally in water. Fluoride is a mineral which has varying levels in natural water supplies. We add more fluoride to most public water systems to... read more »

Brushing Up on Children’s Oral Care

Even though children eventually lose their baby teeth, proper pediatric oral care can influence your child’s well-being into adulthood. There are many decisions to make when raising children. We always want to choose the best for them, and selecting a toothbrush and toothpaste are no different. We’ve provided some tips below to help you with these decisions. Choosing the Right... read more »