Easy Steps To Avoid Gum Disease

Good dental health is the key to preventing the development of any periodontal or gum disease. The great news is that gum diseases often arise only when a person neglects taking care of his or her teeth. For this reason, a daily oral regimen is necessary not just in keeping your pearly. Read more

Are Cavities Contagious?

Your children can catch the chickenpox from their classmates. Your spouse may get the cold from office mates. And we all know how contagious those yawns are. But what is most interesting is the fact that people can “catch” cavities too. The most famous explanation for why tooth decay arises is because of sugary foods. However, another culprit that is responsible for tooth decay is actually bacteria in one’s mouth. These bacteria stay in the mouth use food debris as their source of nutrition and then they release an acidic byproduct. Read more

4 Nighttime Tips for Healthy Teeth

Do you remember when your mother used to tell you to brush your teeth before going to bed? Although we all think that brushing before turning in would drive away nasty cavities and resulting tooth decay, it looks as if brushing alone is not enough. When it comes to maintaining good oral health, prevention is certainly better than cure especially since cases like a rotten tooth can no longer be cured. Read more

Eating Tips for Better Oral Health

After the oral prophylaxis is done and you have already finished gurgling, patients are often forced to sit through the same speech that dentists recite after every appointment is coming to a close. The dentist sits in a stool and reminds you to: one, brush your teeth after every meal; and two, floss at least once a day. However, no matter how religious one might be in following this advice, there are instances when those pesky cavities still manage to develop. Read more