Most of us grew up with at least one cavity, which sometimes spreads through adulthood. Finding a good dentist in your area can help eliminate it, no matter where you reside, even in a small suburb. Here’s a guide on preventing cavities from worsening before visiting your nearest dentist or avoiding […]
Here’s what you need to know about the best and worst foods for teeth If you want a healthy smile, you’ll already know about the importance of brushing, but have you considered your diet? Sugar-laden products are among the worst foods for teeth as they create the conditions for tooth […]
Fluoride helps fight “acid attacks” like the sugars you eat or drink, and some make acids that cause cavities. Who Can Benefit From Fluoride? Infants and children whose teeth are still developing When children eat food or drink beverages that contain fluoride, it is carried to teeth developing beneath the gums. […]
Choices for fillings has its pros and cons, and your dentist has choices available when fixing cavities. Amalgam You may have seen silver, or amalgam, fillings. These fillings are a mixture of mercury, silver, tin, copper, and very small amounts of other metals. Usually amalgam fillings are used on the […]