Posts Tagged ‘georgia’
Toothpaste and Orange Juice – Not a Good Match
Ever wonder why orange juice tastes so bad after you brush your teeth? You can thank sodium laureth sulfate, also known as sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES), or sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) for ruining your drink, depending on which toothpaste you use. Both of these chemicals are surfactants — wetting agents that lower the surface tension of a liquid —…
Read MoreHot Beverages Contribute to Tooth Staining
Estimates suggest that annually Americans consume 45 million pounds of caffeine and hot coffee and teas are the most popular sources for the legal psychoactive stimulant drug. Both beverages are associated with having dental health perks as black coffee has been found to lower acid levels on teeth, reducing the odds of cavity development and…
Read MoreDental Checklist for Infants
1. Schedule a Dental Visit by Age 1 Your child should see a dentist by their first birthday or within six months of the first tooth erupting. Early visits help build comfort with dental care and allow your dentist to catch any early concerns. 2. Clean Your Baby’s Gums Before the first tooth even appears,…
Read MoreI Lost my Dental Insurance!
Occasionally we get a call from a patient who wants to cancel their cleaning appointment because they have lost their dental insurance. If you have been a regular patient and your teeth are in good shape, the worst thing you can do is try to save money by avoiding preventive care. If you do not…
Read MoreCan Teenagers get Gum Disease?
Can Teenagers Get Gum Disease? Gum disease might seem like something only adults get, but the truth is it affects people of all ages. In fact, TeenHealth.com reports that 60 percent of 15-year-olds have gingivitis, the early stage of gum disease. Other studies show that teenage girls may be even more vulnerable to gum disease…
Read MoreQuality Dental Care
Establishing a foundation of quality dental care early in life is one of the best things you can do for your child’s long-term oral health. A child’s first experiences at the dental office shape how they view oral care for years to come. That’s why dentists work hard to create a welcoming, reassuring environment, and…
Read MoreChoosing A Toothpaste
While toothpaste [dentifrice] is a valuable adjunct to a toothbrush in oral hygiene, it is the correct brushing action that removes the plaque [sticky mixture of bacteria, food & debris] from your teeth. • Fluoride Any brand toothpaste that contains fluoride and the ADA Seal of Approval, to attest that there is evidence of its safety, reliability…
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