Dental Facts | Hartland Wi Dentists | Bailey Family Dental

Dental Care for your family is important, don’t forget that after you make sure your children are taking good care of their teeth that you do the same.

Some people think tooth decay is just for children, but did you know you are at risk your whole life? Untreated dental disease can lead to serious health problems such as infection, damage to bone or nerve and tooth loss. Dental infections that are left untreated can even spread to other parts of the body and, in very rare cases, can be life threatening.

Dental disease is preventable

The good news is that dental disease is preventable. You can practice preventive dentistry on yourself by adopting these healthy habits: Always remember to brush your teeth twice a day, floss between teeth once a day, eat a balanced diet and limit between-meal snacks. And don’t forget to schedule regular dental visits. By following a healthy dental routine and making smart food choices, you can lower your risk for tooth decay.

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The higher the sugar content in foods, the greater the risk for cavities.

The higher the starch content in food, the greater the chance for cavities.
Frequent snacking increases chance for cavities.
Sticky or dry foods adhere to teeth and increase chance for cavities.
Cheese and other dairy products can be anti-cariogenic due to their buffering effect. However, in combination with sugars or starches, they are not.
Fruit juices contain sugar and water and are no better for your teeth than soda pop drinks.
The amount of time food remains in the mouth, the greater the chance for decay.
The sequence that foods are eaten can determine the risk for cavities, i.e., if you eat sugary foods after meals, you decrease the chance for cavities, as opposed to just eating sugary foods alone.
Tartar-fighting toothpastes can cause blemishes around the mouth. It is important after brushing your teeth to wash your face thoroughly.
Tartar-control toothpastes may cause sensitivity in teeth due to the pyrophosphates they contain. Sensitivity-formulated toothpastes can take 4 weeks or longer to take effect before helping reduce the sensitivity.
Although many people believe raisins are much healthier than chocolate, they can cause a higher incidence for tooth decay, due to their sticky properties and adherence to the tooth’s surface for prolonged periods of time.
Approximately 94% of Americans say they brush nightly while only 81% say they brush first thing in the morning.