-
Recent Posts
Archives
- April 2018
- June 2015
- March 2015
- November 2014
- October 2014
- July 2014
- April 2014
- March 2014
- December 2013
- November 2013
- October 2013
- September 2013
- August 2013
- July 2013
- June 2013
- May 2013
- April 2013
- March 2013
- January 2013
- December 2012
- November 2012
- October 2012
- August 2012
- July 2012
- June 2012
- May 2012
- April 2012
- March 2012
- February 2012
- January 2012
- December 2011
- November 2011
- October 2011
- September 2011
- August 2011
- July 2011
- June 2011
- May 2011
Categories
Blogroll
Profile
Website
Yellow Pages Video
Category Archives: Cavity Fighting Strategies
Managing all those Sweet Halloween Treats
Halloween is an exciting time for children. They get to dress up in their favorite costume and trick or treat for lots of loot. However, it is not such an exciting time for parents! Now that Halloween has come and gone, … Continue reading
How to Prevent Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
HOW TO PREVENT EARLY CHILDHOOD CARIES If you must give the baby a bottle as a comfort at bedtime, it should contain only water. If your child won’t fall asleep without the bottle and its usual beverage, gradually dilute the … Continue reading
Receding Gums
Receding Gums The gingiva (gum) is the protective skin that is located around the necks of each tooth, and covers the underlying bone that holds the roots of the teeth. The gums are the so-called first line of defense against bacteria that … Continue reading
17 Ways You May Be Inadvertently Damaging Your Teeth
PROTECT YOUR TEETH KEEP THEM FOR LIFETIME! Do you brush your teeth right after eating or drinking something acidic? Brushing your teeth immediately after eating or drinking something acidic can cause tooth wear. If you eat or drink anything … Continue reading
Flossing Alternatives!
FLOSSING ALTERNATIVES It is estimated that 80% of adults in this country have periodontal disease. This is when irreversible bone loss occurs resulting from the virulent bacteria that collect between the teeth. Research has shown that periodontal disease is a … Continue reading
Preventing Infant Tooth Decay
Preventing infant tooth decay Do you think baby teeth are temporary, and therefore not important? Think again. Baby teeth are necessary for chewing, speaking, and smiling. They also serve as placeholders for the adult teeth. If baby teeth are infected … Continue reading
Don’t Share Your Cavities!
What can cause infant tooth decay? According to a 2008 study in Pediatric Dentistry, primarily mothers, or anyone who kisses an infant with active tooth decay could pass cavities to the infant. Only people with active tooth decay can transfer the … Continue reading
Posted in Cavity Fighting Strategies, It's Your Health, Prevention
Tagged babies, cavities, infant tooth decay
Leave a comment
Lift the Lip
If your child has teeth,then you should be looking for signs of early childhood caries or tooth decay. Mother’s milk, baby formula, cow’s milk and fruit juice all contain sugar. Bacteria in the plaque that sticks to the teeth will … Continue reading
Why Straighten Your Teeth?
A straight smile is a wonderful asset. If you are embarrassed by your teeth, you may not smile or laugh as often. Many people undergo orthodontic treatment to increase their self-esteem, confidence and facial appearance. Straightening your teeth can also … Continue reading
6 Ways Saliva Protects Your Teeth
6 Ways Saliva Helps You The next time you go to spit on the ground – think twice – you are wasting a valuable asset! Luckily, the average person produces about 1.5 litres of saliva (spit) each day. That is … Continue reading
Posted in Cavity Fighting Strategies, Dry Mouth, Fun Facts, Prevention
Tagged dental, health, prevention, saliva
Leave a comment
