We are Growing Older... As the population ages—more gracefully than ever, of course—we're keeping more teeth. Along with wisdom and experience, however, come different health problems. Among them, cavities on the surface of the tooth root, what we [...]
You grew up with fluoride. Your teeth show it in the very fact that you still have them. Before 1945, by the time your nest was empty, your mouth was often empty as well. But when cities began [...]
What is fluoride, and why is it good for my teeth? Fluoride is a compound of the element fluorine, which is found universally throughout nature in water, soil, air, and in most foods. The mineral is easily absorbed [...]
What is tooth decay, and what causes it? Tooth decay is a disease known as caries or cavities. It is not life-threatening and is although it is highly preventable, it will affect most people to some degree during [...]
Dental Sealants in Centennial, CO A simple, preventative procedure that can save you the trouble of future cavities. It's the dreaded news that nobody wants to hear—you have a cavity that needs fixing. Instead of waiting for the [...]
