Benefits of Fluoride Use for Adults

Benefits of Fluoride Use for Adults

Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in many foods and water. Every day a tooth’s enamel layer loses and gains minerals. When acid attacks the enamel, the tooth loses minerals. Bacteria and sugars in the mouth form a sticky plaque on the teeth. Plaque...
Can You Prevent Tooth Erosion?

Can You Prevent Tooth Erosion?

Tooth erosion is less known and different from tooth decay but no less dangerous. Tooth erosion is a slow but steady destruction of the tooth substance mainly caused by acidic foods. The destructive acid doesn’t come from bacteria but from food, affecting the...
Do You Need Facts on Fluoride Treatment?

Do You Need Facts on Fluoride Treatment?

We have probably all been to the dentist for a cleaning and have been recommended for a fluoride treatment for ourselves or for our children. What is fluoride anyway? What does it do? Is it necessary? All teeth are covered in a strong enamel. This enamel gives them...
Air Pollution and Your Smile

Air Pollution and Your Smile

At the first WHO global conference on air pollution and health, WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus describes air pollution as a “silent health crisis.” Around seven million premature deaths are caused by air pollution every year, four...
10 Tips for Better Oral Health

10 Tips for Better Oral Health

No matter how diligent you are with your oral health, there is always room for improvement. After all, a smile is as important as a polite handshake. A healthy mouth with fresh breath shows the world that you care about presenting your best self to the world. Here are...