Category: Preventative Dentistry

Bacteria in your mouth react to sugars and starches in a way that causes cavities. Plaque forms over the teeth when the bacteria break down these foods. This plaque gets filled with acid and begins to damage the enamel as a result. If it is not cleaned regularly, it forms tartar, which in turn can … Continued

Tooth discoloration usually happens gradually, and many of us don’t notice the change in the color of our teeth until we see a particular photo or catch a glimpse of ourselves in the mirror and suddenly the yellowness of our teeth hits us like a bus. How long have they looked like that? Why didn’t … Continued