remineralization

Can Kissing Cause Cavities?

Sorry to say, it can. In fact, anything involving contact with saliva—a kiss, parents tasting their babies’ food, sharing of tableware and toothbrushes—can transmit decay-causing bacteria. Soon after birth, infants start to get those bacteria that inhabit the mouth and cause cavities. These germs are usually transferred [...]

By |2013-06-11T00:00:49-07:00June 11, 2013|Patient Education|Comments Off on Can Kissing Cause Cavities?

Remineralization and Fluoride Treatment

Teeth need calcium, phosphate and fluoride. Healthy saliva contains these minerals, and in conjunction with certain salivary proteins is able to deliver bio-available calcium and phosphate to the tooth surface during the demineralization/remineralization process. Calcium and phosphate are known to help: Strengthen tooth enamel Reduce sensitivity Buffer [...]

By |2012-01-31T03:39:38-08:00January 31, 2012|Dental Products|Comments Off on Remineralization and Fluoride Treatment