How Acidity Can Damage Your Teeth

Many people think that acidity is something that only impacts your digestion but it’s actual an integral part of your dental health. Did you know that many of the foods in your diet could throw off the acidity level in your mouth? High levels of acid can even damage the roots of your teeth which could lead to costly dental operations!

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Don't Fear Your Dentist

Are you trying to face a long-term fear of going to the dentist? Don’t fear your dentist! Oral health is one of the most important aspects of your overall health! It’s so important to be comfortable with your dentist and dental procedures. Overcome your anxiety about the dentist’s office and walk into your next appointment, check-up or procedures with ease by reading tips from our blog!

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Arizona Parents Store Son's Baby Teeth for Stem Cells

When Luis Rodriguez was told that his son needed to have his four front teeth removed to make room for his adult teeth, Luis took the opportunity to bank his son’s baby teeth. Using the company StemSave, the Rodriguez family harvested stem cells from his son’s teeth as a precaution against possible illnesses such as Leukemia, Parkinson’s, etc. Stem cells have been used to treat and sometimes cure serious medical conditions. 

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4 Year Old Dies From Severe Tooth Decay

Due to severe tooth decay, a four-year-old girl passed away, and her parents have been sentenced to prison for neglect. After the child died following a routine procedure to extract decayed teeth, the parents were charged with neglecting her health. The mother claimed that despite noticing the extreme decay surrounding her daughter’s teeth, she did not take her to the dentist because her daughter said she was not in pain and did not want to visit the dentist.

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Teenage Japanese Girls Start New Trend

Teenage girls in Japan have started a hot new trend that promotes deformed teeth. Girls are visiting dental salons to have their teeth lengthened to create a “snaggletooth”. This new cosmetic procedure is designed to increase their attractiveness and make them more accessible. While Americans spend thousands to straighten their teeth, Japanese girls are spending thousands of dollars to actually create more deformed smiles. 

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Improve Your Heart Health By Improving Your Dental Health

A recent study found that improving the health of your gums could also improve the health of your heart. The study, which examined 420 adults, found that over the course of three years, as the subjects’ gum health improved, the plaque buildup in their arteries slowed. Atherosclerosis, the narrowing of arteries due to plaque buildup, is a serious heart condition that can lead to stroke, heart disease and death. 

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Three Candies to Avoid This Halloween

To help you navigate the minefield of candy this holiday season, Dr. Rachel Perry of South Texas Dental listed the three best and the three worst candies for your teeth.  Sour Patch Kids, Laffy Taffy and Sugar Babies are the three most offensive candies in terms of cavities because their chewy consistency allows sugars to stick like glue to your teeth. In addition, the sour component of Sour Patch Kids can upset the PH balance in the mouth. For the three best candies to eat, view the full article here.  

Simple Tips for Achieving Those Pearly Whites

Although the candy onslaught of Halloween may be just around the corner, it doesn’t have to derail your healthy dental habits. The occasional candy indulgence is perfectly alright so long as you follow a few simple tips. Brush and floss your teeth, beware of bleeding of the gums and follow a healthy diet. For more dental health tips, view the full article here.