Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that reacts with sugar in foods to produce acids that can attack and weaken tooth enamel. This can lead to cavities, gingivitis, or worse, periodontitis-a more advanced form of gum disease that can cause tooth loss.
THE SOLUTION: REMOVE AND REDUCE PLAQUE
. Brush teeth twice a day and floss daily.
. Use a fluoride toothpaste to help protect teeth from decay.
. Visit your dentist regularly for professional cleanings and oral exams.
. Try an affordable SpinbrushT battery-powered toothbrush to remove more plaque than a manual brush.
WHY A POWER BRUSH?
Dentists recommend brushing for two minutes. Those two minutes are more effective with a power brush. Battery-powered toothbrushes actually remove up to 70% more plaque than brushing with an ordinary manual toothbrush. It's also a great option for your kids.battery-powered toothbrushes actually increase the amount of time kids spend brushing their teeth by 38%!
Good oral health comes from reducing the things that harm teeth and increasing the things that help teeth. By learning about dental decay, watching out for the things that can harm your child's teeth, and doing the things you can to help your child's teeth; you will be giving your child the gift of a healthy smile. What You Should Know About Germs Did you know that germs cause cavities? Germs can be spread to infants and toddlers through saliva. It is very important not to share cups, eating utensils, or food with children. Do not "clean off" pacifiers by putting them in your own mouth first. Sugary foods and drinks feed the germs that cause tooth decay. The germs make acids that cause cavities. There is Good News! Regular brushing removes the germs that cause cavities, and fluoride helps stop the cavity-causing acids. Tooth decay can be stopped and even reversed if it is caught and treated early. Your job as a parent is to balance the cavity causers with the cavity fighters so you can help your child avoid tooth decay.
Did you know recent research shows cheese is one of the healthiest snacks for your child’s teeth? In addition to providing large amounts of much-needed calcium, cheese also does its part to fight cavities. Cheddar, Swiss, mozzarella, and Monterey jack all stimulate the body’s salivary glands to clear the mouth of debris and protect teeth from acids that weaken them. This means cheese disrupts the development of cavities, especially when eaten as a snack or at the end of a meal. Calcium and phosphorous found in cheese reduce or prevent decreases in the plaque’s ph level and work to re-mineralize the enamel of your child’s teeth.
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