As discussed in my previous blog; acidic foods and drinks harm enamel leading to enamel loss and tooth decay. The most corrosive is soda. Many studies show that the phosphoric acid (citric acid) in soda is 10 times more erosive than fruit juices. To put numbers on the acidity of soda; 0 being most acidic […]
Is it possible to strengthen those unsightly white-spots on your teeth? Is it possible to strengthen enamel that you have been told is weak? Tooth enamel is a complex matrix of minerals, mainly calcium phosphate. With enamel containing 96% minerals, it makes enamel the one of the hardest tissues in the body. However, because enamel […]
The DIAGNOdent dental laser is an extremely useful tool when it comes to the detection of tooth decay. My Inland Empire Biological Cosmetic dental office utilizes this innovative technology to inspect each tooth, ensuring the integrity of the enamel. The laser uncovers tooth decay with accuracy and efficiency by measuring the density of the enamel. […]
The majority of consumers purchase personal hygiene product without reading the list of ingredients, instead they put their trust into the clever marketing of these products. One heavily marketed consumer product that contains multiple dangerous ingredients is toothpaste. Yes that’s right…toothpaste! What is shocking to me is that with the following list of toxic ingredients […]
When it comes to the smile, many studies reveal that women smile more often then men on a daily basis. A few of the studies pinpoint adolescence as the marker for when this phenomena occurs. Other studies mainly focus on the cultural aspects of men smiling. What I find interesting is that before the age […]