Scare away Halloween candy cavities this year by following healthy tips. If you go trick or treating, you will most likely come home with lots of treats that may not be the best for your teeth. There are some tips you can follow to minimize the cavity-risk to your child’s teeth. Here are 8 simple tips that will make a big impact: 1. Encourage Moderation. If your child eats candy in small portions, for example, a fun-sized candy bar rather…
Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral found in most public water supplies to help strengthen teeth against plaque and tooth decay. Fluoride is also contained in toothpaste which is good for maintaining proper oral hygiene. There is evidence that adding fluoride to the water supply has helped lower tooth decay in places where fluoridation is introduced into the water system. Currently, there are no known adverse effects associated with the level used, but it still important to not go above…
If you are consuming large amounts of sugar in your daily diet you may be jeopardizing your oral health. Sugar feeds bacteria which leads to plaque build-up, tooth decay, and gum disease. Most Americans consume more sugar than is recommended for a balanced and healthy diet. Sugary eating habits include consuming sugary drinks, sweet snacks or desserts, rather than meals, and are the common reasons why Americans consume too much sugar. In the United States added sugars make up to…
As soon as a child’s first tooth erupts, it is time to start instilling good oral hygiene habits to avoid developing serious dental problems when they are older. Follow your dentist’s advice to keep up with regular check-ups to improve your child’s chances of preventing dental problems and avoid developing the three common dental problems children face. Tooth Decay Tooth decay leading to cavities is the most common problem among children and youth in the United States. According to the…
The good news is that American adults are living longer. The average age in the United States is increasing, so it is important to maintain good oral health habits for teeth to continue to function properly. Older Americans need to maintain a healthy diet and have regular check-ups with their dentist. The elderly often take a variety of medications (on average 9 to 13 prescriptions per month) which may have side effects that can impact your oral health. Chronic health…
Taking good care of your teeth is important no matter how old you are, but as you age, your risk factor for oral health issues increases. The good news is that many problems can be prevented with a combination of good oral hygiene, a healthy diet, and regular visits to your dentist. Here are five common oral health issues that affect adults and what you can do to alleviate these problems. Missing Teeth The average adult between ages 20 and…
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