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Sports and Energy Drink Consumption Damages Tooth Enamel

December 6th, 2023

While they may sound refreshing, especially after participating in sports activities or after a jog, recent studies suggest that energy and sports drinks can damage tooth enamel, thus elevating your cavity risk. These drinks are especially popular among our younger patients. In the study, researchers analyzed the fluoride content and pH levels of 13 sports…
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Foods that Can Harm Enamel

November 29th, 2023

Many people who are careful about brushing and flossing their teeth wonder how they still end up with cavities or tooth decay. Several factors affect wear and tear on tooth enamel. Diet is a major factor, with certain foods increasing the likelihood that your enamel will become discolored or decayed. Pay close attention to the…
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Famous Teeth throughout History

November 22nd, 2023

We probably all remember sitting through history lessons during our schooling years. Revolutionary war heroes, English royals, and pop-culture icons filled the pages of our textbooks. Although you may recall a detail or two about their historical significance, how much do you know about their teeth? Picture England in the mid 1500s. People wore frilly…
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When is the best time to floss?

November 8th, 2023

At Childrens Dental Clinic, we prefer our patients to practice good oral hygiene between office visits. Part of that process includes flossing, which Dr. Shetty will tell you, is the process of cleaning between the teeth to remove food and debris from the areas that are hard to reach with a toothbrush. When food is…
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