Dental Prevention

At Milford Dental Excellence, we are all about a holistic view on dentistry, focusing on preventing issues and providing comprehensive care.

What is Dental Plaque?

Most of us have heard of plaque, but what exactly is it? Plaque is a sticky, colorless film of bacteria and sugars that forms on our teeth. Plaque can lead to decay and gum disease, which is why brushing and flossing your teeth is so important. Luckily, plaque can be removed by a cleaning from your dentist, and daily brushing and [...]

What Does Soda Really Do to Your Teeth?

We have heard about the negative health effects of soda, but what does soda do to our dental health? Did you know that soda consumption is one of the leading causes of tooth decay? Most of us have seen ads talking about the harmful health effects of soda, like obesity and diabetes, but do you know what soda does to [...]

Oral Health | Ways To Minimize Tooth Decay

Do you worry about getting cavities or tooth decay? You’re not alone if you do. Cavities can lead to other dental health issues, sensitive teeth and pain. If you would like to do more than the traditional brushing, flossing, and visits to the dentist, making changes to your diet can help improve your chances of remaining cavity-free. Fruits and Vegetables [...]

How Often Do I Need to Go to the Dentist?

With advancements in dental care and dental products, many people ask if going to the dentist every six months is still necessary. Although dentistry has advanced, it is still recommended that you schedule an appointment every six-months with your dentist. A professional cleaning is important, but there are many dental health issues that, in the early stages, are hard to [...]

Why Are You Supposed to Brush Your Tongue?

If you are concerned about bad breath, you should brush your tongue. Dental issues such as gum disease, tooth decay, and gingivitis are caused by germs that live in groups. When these groups are broken up by brushing and flossing, they’re much less destructive to your teeth. Another issue that may come from these groups of bacteria includes foul odors. [...]

2021-03-25T19:21:02+00:00February 23rd, 2018|Categories: Dental Prevention|

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