If you’re trying to maintain strong and healthy pearly whites, then you might want to know there’s more to it than brushing and flossing. Most people tend to snack on their favorite foods without much thought about their teeth. But did you know that some snacks can actually easily damage your enamel? Keep reading to learn four foods that can chip teeth and how you can prevent a dental emergency.
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With about 178 million Americans struggling with tooth loss, a statistic reported by the American College of Prosthodontists, it’s safe to say that missing teeth are extremely common. With the negative effects on your bite, oral health, speech, and smile, it’s not hard to see why modern dentures are so popular, especially since they are completely tailored to each patient. Keeping them pristine requires some maintenance, however. To learn a few tips for caring for dentures, keep reading!
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Are your teeth crooked or misaligned? Maybe you’ve avoided getting braces because of their appearance or discomfort? Thankfully, modern dentistry has brought an amazing way to straighten your teeth comfortably and discreetly: Invisalign clear braces. Keep reading to learn about Invisalign in New Lenox, its benefits, and some frequently asked questions about the treatment process.
Have you noticed something different around here lately? As part of our continuous effort to improve the patient experience of all our guests, we recently completed a makeover of our dental website. Now, our website shares more custom photos and tells more of our story. At the same time, it includes the latest technology and makes us more accessible to everyone on the Internet. To learn more about the details behind the change, read on!
(more…)Do you chew gum? Do you wonder the oral effects gum has on your mouth and teeth? Have you ever heard that chewing gum can be good for your teeth? We are here to tell you the ins and outs of gum chewing. But, by no means will you hear us say, gum chewing can replace regular brushing and flossing.
According to the ADA, the physical act of chewing increases the flow of saliva in your mouth. If you chew after eating, the increased salivary flow can help neutralize and wash away the acids that are produced when food is broken down by the bacteria in plaque on your teeth. Over time, acid can break down tooth enamel, creating the conditions for decay. Increased saliva flow also carries with it more calcium and phosphate to help strengthen tooth enamel. Clinical studies have shown that chewing sugarless gum for 20 minutes following meals can help prevent tooth decay.
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