Cavities are the stuff that most of us have nightmares about. We visit the dentist for our routine check-up and we hope and pray that there are no gaps in our defences. Why are cavities to be feared so much? Because if you’ve got a cavity, it needs to be filled. And that usually means [...]

Sometimes it’s all too obvious that you have tooth decay: You’re in pain or you can see a dark spot on your tooth. But in other cases, you may not even know there’s a problem until you see your dentist. That’s because your dentist often can find early changes in your teeth that happen before [...]

What are Cavities? “Cavities” is another way of saying tooth decay. Tooth decay is heavily influenced by lifestyle, what we eat, how well we take care of our teeth, the presence of fluoride in our water and toothpaste. Heredity also plays a role in how susceptible your teeth may be to decay. While cavities are [...]

Preventing Cavities The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that a child’s first visit to the dentist take place by the first birthday. At this visit, the dentist will explain proper brushing and flossing techniques (you need to floss once your baby has two teeth that touch) and conduct a modified exam while your baby sits [...]

Dental decay (cavities) happens when the germs in your mouth eat the sugar you take in to form acids that accumulate on your teeth. The acids literally dissolve the teeth, making the holes we call cavities. As the holes get bigger, they trap more germs, so the cavities continue to grow to the point where [...]

What’s in Your Mouth? To understand what happens when your teeth decay, it’s helpful to know what’s in your mouth naturally. Here are a few of the elements: * Saliva — Your mouth and teeth are constantly bathed in saliva. Although we never give much thought to our spit, this simple fluid is remarkable for [...]