Jan 22 2011
Fluoride has done a good job in helping to harden and preserve the enamel in our teeth, particularly our children’s teeth. However, our teeth are not perfectly smooth, even with the use of fluoride. There are microscopic tears in the enamel, and this tiny weakness is used by caries to find a way into a [...]
Mar 03 2010
When it comes to dental health, you come across several terms that are alien to you initially but become a part of your everyday use. However, do you know what they mean even if you use them everyday? I am not being condescending, people, but more often than not, we tend to use words we [...]
Mar 12 2009
What are cavities?
Cavities refer to the decay our teeth undergo. Literally, a cavity means a crater or a hole. Tooth decay starts occurring when the the enamel and dentin of the teeth are attacked by acids produced by the bacteria in the mouth. The bacteria releases acids from the food debris in the mouth, resulting [...]
Dec 14 2008
Continuing with the series on ‘Teeth Problems’, we will discuss teeth cavities. Cavities are also referred to as caries.
What are dental cavities?
Literally, a cavity means a hole. Dental cavities are holes in the teeth that clearly indicate teeth decay.
What causes cavities?
Plaque in our mouth is the culprit causing dental cavities. The bacteria present in [...]
Nov 12 2008
Dental problems can hit you at any age. Even toddlers can be affected by dental problems. Thus, dental care should not be neglected at any stage in life. Let us look at the most common dental problems that affect people.
Bad breath
Also known as halitosis, bad breath affects all people at some time or other. While [...]