An article in Working Mother Magazine, reports an easy trick for fighting tooth problems besides brushing and flossing, surprisingly is to chew gum. Sugarless gum with xylitol increases saliva production, and the saliva neutralizes the acids in the mouth that cause tooth breakdown. 
In an article in Prevention Magazine, a comparison is made that diet soda is as corrosive to teeth as methamphetamines. Acid is a major cause of dental erosion, and citric acid is a component of diet sodas. If you drink more than four twelve ounce cans of diet soda a week, you enter a zone […]
Most dental benefit plans have an annual maximum dollar amount that will be reimbursed for a calendar year. This dollar amount is set by your carrier, and whatever benefits not used by December 31, are lost forever and cannot be carried over to the next year. We urge you to check your coverage and see […]
A waterpick, or irrigation device, should not be used as a substitute for brushing and flossing because it does not remove plaque. However, waterpicks can be used to remove food from the areas around braces where a toothbrush can’t reach. Dentists also recommend that patients with gum disease use a waterpick with an antibacterial agent […]
Electric toothbrushes, which use an oscillating or rotary motion to clean the teeth, are beneficial because they can cover a larger area of the mouth faster than a manual toothbrush. They’re especially well-suited for those with braces, those who need extra motivation to brush, and those who have difficulty operating a manual toothbrush due to […]
Brushing cleans the tops and sides of your teeth, but flossing cleans in between them, where your brush cannot reach. Dental floss removes plaque and debris that adheres to teeth and gums; it also helps to polish tooth surfaces and prevents bad breath.
In addition to good oral hygiene, including brushing and flossing, there are other ways to prevent tooth decay. Dental sealants can help protect your children’s teeth by sealing them off from decay-causing bacteria. Made of plastic, dental sealants are applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth to protect tooth enamel from decay causing […]
Although teeth whitening may be one of the safest, non-invasive and cost efficient ways for teens and adults to immediately boost their appearance, patients should learn about the best whitening options available from their dentist. Teeth whitening is a multi-million dollar industry that is fueled by image-conscious teens and adults heading to a mall to […]
A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that is surgically anchored into your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or bridge in place. The benefit of using implants is that they don’t rely on neighboring teeth for support and they are permanent and stable. Implants are a good solution to tooth loss because they […]
Once the first teeth come in, you can clean them using a soft, flexible children’s toothbrush and water. Continue to clean your baby’s entire mouth, not just the new teeth. Gently brush his or her first teeth with a tiny amount of fluoridated toothpaste. Switch to a pea-sized amount of fluoridated toothpaste once your child […]