You probably don’t think much about the acid content in the beverages you consume on a daily basis; however, you might want to start. Do you realize how many of our daily beverages and foods contain acid? Many are natural, healthy foods; however, over time, when sipped on regularly, can increase your risk for tooth […]
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Sugar Awareness Week – How Much are You Consuming?
If you’ve ever seen the movie, Mary Poppins, you simply can’t forget the delightful little ditty, “A spoonful of sugar makes the medicine go down.” (I bet you’re singing it out loud right now.) Does it make you wonder if this helped trigger our collective fascination with those little white crystals known as sugar? Regardless of […]
Plaque and Health: Part 1 – What is Plaque?
What is Plaque? Plaque is a harmful coating that is constantly being produced in the mouth, an ideal environment for the growth of bacteria. (Saliva helps maintain the pH range and also provides nutrients to feed bacteria.) According to Dr. Phillip B. Marsh in BMC Oral Health, plaque is a community of microorganisms known as a […]