Are These Toothpastes Right for You?

Any toothpaste that bears the ADA Seal of Acceptance can be trusted to clean and protect your teeth. However, some mouths are extra sensitive or require a certain treatment. If you need a toothpaste that will do more than clean your teeth, consider the following: - Fluoride toothpaste: All toothpastes work to keep teeth clean and bacteria-free, but fluoride toothpaste... read more »

How to Prevent Cavities

Cavities are holes in your teeth that come from plaque—a sticky bacterial film that grows in the mouth, causing tooth decay over time. When we eat or drink foods and beverages with sugar in them, the bacteria react to the sugar by releasing acids. This acid erodes tooth enamel over time, allowing cavities to arise. When our dentist removes the decay, the... read more »