One of the most common issues that patients visit our
Canton dental office with is dental decay. At Cavalier Family Dental, we truly care about your oral health and hygiene, and so we would like to inform you about what the main causes of tooth decay are and how you can prevent tooth decay and the complications that come along with it, such as dental cavities. The generalized reason that your teeth begin to decay is the bacteria that is constantly forming and growing on them, known as plaque. When plaque hardens it is called tartar. Plaque, tartar and food debris eat away at the layers of your teeth and can cause small holes known as dental cavities. Therefore, the best way to avoid tooth decay is to keep your mouth as clean as possible and free from these harmful bacteria.
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There are several easy ways to do this that you should be conscious of during your everyday activities. The most widely known and important way to rid your mouth of tartar, plaque and food debris is to thoroughly brush and floss your teeth after you eat, or at least twice a day. In addition to cleaning your teeth at home, you should also have your teeth professionally cleaned twice a year at our
Canton dental office. Our dental professionals have special equipment and techniques for cleaning that remove plaque and tartar that brushing alone cannot. It is also necessary to be aware of how your eating habits and choices have an effect on your oral health and can lead to tooth decay. It is best to have set eating times rather than snacking throughout the day, because if you are constantly eating your teeth are constantly being exposed to food debris and bacteria. It is better to have a few, solid meals throughout the day and to drink mostly water in order to keep your teeth as healthy as possible. You should also keep sugary, sticky foods at a minimum in order to avoid tooth decay. Some other tips include using an oral rinse as directed by a dentist, avoiding smoking, using dental sealants and drinking tap water because the added fluoride is beneficial to your dental health.
To learn more about your dental health or any of the services provided at our
Canton dental office, we invite you to browse through the Cavalier Family Dental website and to get in touch with us if you have any specific questions or concerns.
Canton Dental Care
44356 Cherry Hill Road
Canton, Michigan 48187
(734) 981-5050
By Cavalier Family Dental
June 10, 2013
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