Saliva: The Unsung Hero of Oral Health

Quick Summary Saliva protects your teeth by delivering antimicrobial agents, remineralizing enamel with calcium and phosphate, neutralizing acids from bacteria, and washing away food debris that causes decay. Your body produces 2 to 4 pints of saliva daily, which...

Why are baby teeth important enough to fill?

Quick summary Baby teeth need fillings because they help your child chew properly, support speech development, and hold space for permanent teeth. Untreated decay can cause surrounding teeth to shift into gaps, leading to crowding and orthodontic issues, and...

How Stress Can Affect Your Oral Health?

Quick Summary Stress can directly harm your oral health by causing teeth grinding and jaw clenching (bruxism), worsening temporomandibular joint disorder with symptoms like jaw pain and headaches, and weakening your immune system to increase your risk of cavities,...

Are Sports and Energy Drinks Damaging Your Teeth?

Quick Summary Sports and energy drinks are highly acidic and contain sugar, creating a dual threat that weakens your tooth enamel and feeds cavity-causing bacteria, making your teeth more susceptible to cavities, discoloration, and sensitivity. With 30 to 50 percent...

Don’t forget to clean your tongue 90% of bad breath comes from your tongue

Quick summary Almost 50 percent of the bacteria in your mouth lives on your tongue, and 90 percent of bad breath originates from a dirty tongue. Daily tongue cleaning using a scraper, tongue brush, or toothbrush removes the mucus-based layer of debris and prevents...