General Dentistry

Diet and Oral Health

Proper oral hygiene is not the only key to good dental health. The right diet choices are just as important as regular brushing, flossing, and biannual trips to the dentist. In fact, healthy food decisions today can help protect your teeth from future cavities and gum disease.


Prevent Tooth Decay

Tooth decay occurs when small bits of food sit undisturbed in the corners of the mouth and form plaque on the enamel of the teeth. As these plaques harden, they begin to dissolve the enamel, which can cause painful cavities and bleeding gums. Although tooth decay is one of the most common dental problems in America and can lead to serious complications later in life, it is preventable through the proper care of your teeth and gums.


Dental Decay - Cavities

Cavities are the most common and most preventable dental problem in the country today, occurring when residual sugars in the mouth are converted into acids which attack the enamel on the outside of teeth. As the acid eats its way through this protective layer, it exposes the delicate nerve center of the tooth.