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You probably know that many oral health care products, like toothpastes and mouthrinses, have fluoride in them to help prevent cavities, but did you know that the drinking water in many cities and towns also contains cavity-fighting fluoride? Some public water systems have fluoride in them naturally. If a water system does not have enough natural fluoride to fight cavities, the community can add fluoride to the public water supply so the water from the Read more…

A number of foods and drinks can affect the risk of developing cavities, dental erosion, and dry mouth. CAVITIES A layer of bacteria called plaque normally builds up on teeth. Plaque bacteria use sugar for food and produce acids that can cause cavities. To protect your teeth, the American Dental Association recommends that you limit sugary beverages and snacks. Foods and drinks to avoid There are a number of sugar-sweetened beverages, including sodas, juice, and Read more…

The hard, outside layer of your teeth is called enamel. When it is properly cared for, enamel can give your teeth their white color and protect the sensitive inside layers of nerves and the blood supply. If your teeth are repeatedly exposed to acid, the enamel can wear away. This is called dental erosion. Some common causes of dental erosion are• acidic foods or drinks• acid reflux (sometimes called gastroesophageal reflux disease [GERD])• repeated vomiting Read more…