Crunchy Fruits and Vegetables – Crunchy fruits and vegetables such as apples, raw carrots and celery help to clear plaque bacteria and food debris away from your teeth, which reduces the risk for cavities and keeping your gums healthy. These types of foods have a cleansing action while you are chewing them that can clear away food debris.
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This condition is a contagious mouth infection caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV1.) It is commonly experienced at its first onset in childhood before the age of 5, but can also be experienced in adulthood in some cases.
(more…)While there are many foods that are great for our overall health, some caution should be exercised when consuming these foods to ensure that your teeth stay healthy for your lifetime.
Citrus fruit may be healthy for your body, but because of a very acidic pH level, eating lots of citrus fruits can lead to tooth erosion. Tooth erosion occurs when the acids in your mouth erode the outer layer of your teeth, known as the enamel. Tooth erosion can lead to sensitive, thin and yellowish looking teeth. Try to rinse your mouth with water after consumption of citrus fruits, and the water will wash away much of the acid from your mouth.
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Halloween may be known for haunted houses, creepy zombies and monsters that roam in the night. However, the sweeter side of Halloween, the overload of candy, can produce much scarier results than ghosts and ghouls. Completely avoiding candy at Halloween may be too difficult for you, and not very festive. So, here are some tips to help stay healthier during the holidays and avoid those terrifying cavities later on.
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It is a good idea to reduce the amount of juice/soda you consume in a day, but when you do have any liquid that contains sugar or acid, it is beneficial to use a reusable straw. The function of the straw is that it allows the fluid to bypass your teeth as you drink, thereby reducing the exposure to the sugars and acids contained in most drinks, and reducing cavity risk. Try to avoid plastic straws if possible.
