Is it common to get cavities with braces? Yes, it is common to get cavities with braces. When you have braces, it is harder to clean your teeth properly, which can lead to an increased risk of cavities. It is important to brush and floss carefully and regularly to prevent cavities when you have braces. [...]
Cavities taking a toll on your dental health? A composite filling could be just what you need to ease the pain. Read on to know more about this process that has become quite popular around the world. What is a Composite Filling? It is never too late to fight cavities - so if you already [...]
Over the years, many findings and reports have revealed that mercury exposure is bad for health. In fact, the notion that mercury is toxic to human health has picked up so much that many people have quit having many different types of fish completely to avoid mercury exposure. It's good too because certain kinds of [...]
Cavities are a very common problem. The good news is it’s easily preventable as well. But the question remains – what are the causes of cavities? Well, in this article, we will answer that question. The best ways to avoid getting cavities and save yourself from tooth decay is by regularly brushing and flossing your [...]
When you were a child, did your parents ever tell you that you should take good care of your teeth because you only have one set, and they have to last? Our teeth are really important to living a healthy life. They help us eat food, communicate with the world around us, and help us [...]
As parents, you probably already know that it is important to start teaching your children the benefits of a healthy dental health routine as early in their life as possible. Being a good example and helping your kids learn how to care for their teeth, even when they are just toddlers is crucial to creating [...]
Hi, I'm Dr. Heather Pranzarone Stratton at HPS Dental Care. We're located in Shelby Township, Michigan on 24 Mile Road. I wanted to answer some of our patients' questions about why we have gum and candy at the dentist office. We have gum and candy here that is true it is all sugar free. And [...]
Dental caries (tooth decay) is the single most common chronic childhood disease – 5 times more common than asthma and 7 times more common than hay fever. Recent studies have also shown a link between oral disease and low birth weight, cardiovascular disease, respiratory infection, and diabetes. All of this reinforces what we have all [...]
