We all know some of the bad foods that will harm our teeth over time including candy, soda, and sugar. The good news is that cosmetic dentists are aware of some healthy foods that can actually help to keep your teeth in good shape. These foods will not cancel out the need for oral care […]
You are probably familiar with the American Dental Association (ADA) Seal on many products for your teeth and mouth but do you know exactly what this means. We know it's a good thing. Miami dentists and consumers have long recognized the ADA Seal of Acceptance as a strong endorsement for any product that carries this […]
If you meet with your Miami sedation dentist, you might hear him talk about conscious sedation dentistry. But what is the difference between conscious sedation and sedation dentistry? Basically, with conscious sedation, the patient is awake and verbally responsive but in a very relaxed state. The type of anesthesia used for conscious sedation is also […]
Most of us have had a cavity at some point in our lives and often times it's very painful. But sometimes it's not painful at all and you are surprised to hear your Miami dentist tell you there's a cavity that needs to be filled. What exactly is a cavity, how can you prevent them […]
More and more dentists are encouraging brushing your teeth with sugar. How can this be? The type of sugar they want you to brush with is very specific. It's called Xylitol and it's a naturally occurring alcohol sugar readily available to consumers throughout the nation. One of the more common places it is used is […]
The previous post discussed some of the benefits of the natural sweetener, Xylitol. Many find it fascinating, that something sweet can actually be good for your teeth and it left many people wondering, how does it work exactly, and will it really improve your oral health? The article "Xylitol: Sweet for Your Teeth" found on […]