To help your kids enjoy the treats without any nasty tricks from cavities, here is a list of certain candies and their impact on your teeth.
As your little goblins and ghosts gather their Halloween goodies this year, it’s important to keep in mind how the sugar in those treats can play some unwanted tricks on your teeth if you’re not careful. Here’s why: When the bacteria in your mouth eat the sugar and leftover food in your mouth, a weak […]
Continue ReadingGreen Tea as a Natural Fluoride Treatment. There are a lot of natural health remedies on the market today. And there is one that can help as a natural fluoride treatment. If you like green tea, this is good news. Drinking unsweetened, or at least sugar-free, green tea daily can help to eliminate harmful bacteria […]
Continue ReadingAir abrasion is a way to remove decay from a tooth without using a dental drill. It works like a sandblaster removing graffiti from walls. The air abrasion hand piece blows a powerful air stream of tiny aluminum oxide particles, or a baking soda mixture, out of its tip onto the tooth. The tiny particles […]
Continue ReadingWe all know we should limit sugar intake. But particularly so when it comes to our kids. That’s because sugar encourages tooth decay. How? Well, bacteria in our mouths feed on sugars in the foods we eat. Those bacteria then produce acid that eats away at our teeth. Here are a few tips that may […]
Continue ReadingWe understand that going to the dentist can be an anxious trip for some. But the more you know the more comfortable you will be. That’s why at Longmeadow Family Dental Care, we like to inform our patients about their options when it comes to dental care. Today, we’ll look at the similarities and differences […]
Continue ReadingSometimes our teeth let us know when we have a cavity; other times, we may not realize it until we have a checkup. But the earlier you are able to detect a cavity, the easier it will be to deal with it. What is a cavity? A cavity is a hole in your tooth that […]
Continue ReadingThe holidays are here! But between the decorations, the holiday cheer, and time spent with loved ones, many people often forget that your teeth still need care and attention. Yet many of the things we all love so much during the holidays can actually be damaging to your teeth! Minimize the Temptation of Chewy Foods […]
Continue ReadingWhile we all know that candy is not so good for our dental health, there is a difference. Here, we take a look at just which types of candy may do the worst damage and which may be easier to indulge in during trick or treat time. The best and worst Halloween candy for your […]
Continue ReadingEven with proper brushing and flossing, cavities happen to the best of us. Reports show that 92 percent of Americans have at least one cavity in their lifetime. It is important to know the signs and symptoms of a cavity, so that you can schedule an appointment with your Longmeadow dentist as soon as possible […]
Continue ReadingWhen it comes to keeping you and your family’s teeth healthy, it is important to properly brush and floss, but also monitor what goes in and out of you and your families’ mouths. The average American consumes 22 grams of sugar per day, which is double the recommended daily amount. Consuming such large amounts of […]
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