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August 14, 2020

The Keys to Periodontal Maintenance for Dental Health

Nearly half of U.S. adults over the age of 30 have periodontal disease. Once diagnosed, the effects of periodontal disease can be stifled with proper treatment.

August 14, 2020

What is xylitol gum and how does it neutralize pH levels?

While eating alkalizing foods makes a difference in promoting dental health, chewing gum with xylitol is another way you can wage war on acidity. these tips and our family dentists can help you improve your pH levels

August 14, 2020

Food, pH Levels, and Acid Erosion. It’s a relationship.

When it comes to eating in a way that’s friendly for your teeth, there’s one important relationship to always keep in mind. It’s a triangular one that deals with food, pH levels and acid erosion. Understanding this combination goes a long way in fostering long-term dental health.

August 14, 2020

Teeth damaged from acidity? Here’s how to restore.

How do you know when a tooth has been damaged? Telltale signs include tooth sensitivity, as well as cavities and cuppings. When acid damage has compromised the outer enamel, the exposure of inner enamel can cause pain in the form of sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures. Cavities and cuppings, which are indentations on the tooth’s surface, are an indication decay has begun. Sensitivity due to these factors can be incredibly painful.

August 14, 2020

Keys to Neutralizing pH in the Mouth

Depending on your lifestyle, maintaining a neutral pH level can be a challenge. Are you creating a saliva-friendly environment for your mouth? If so, you have given yourself an advantage in maintaining a sparkling smile.

August 14, 2020

What is pH in your Mouth and How Does it Affect Acidity?

While acidic foods can have a negative effect on teeth, the key is that you don’t let foods and drinks that are low on the pH scale linger too long in your mouth. With a consistent routine of brushing and flossing, your incisors, canines and molars can safely advance to the next meal.

August 14, 2020

What are examples of acidic beverages and foods?

Highly acidic foods and drinks do not need to be completely avoided for the sake of dental health, but it should be emphasized that excessive consumption of these can create eventual damage to enamel. This is especially true when brushing and flossing are not done regularly. As you’ll find in the list below, some foods and beverages that are highly nutritious for our body can still be problematic in terms of acidity.

August 14, 2020

What Effect Can Highly Acidic Foods or Beverages Have on Your Teeth?

Although there's no way to replace the lost tooth enamel, South University Dental Associates provides restorative services to treat acid erosion. If you're experiencing tooth sensitivity, yellowing of the teeth, or any other symptom of acid wear, a quality dentist is just a phone call away.

August 14, 2020

6 Steps to Prevent Receding Gums

With your daily brushing and flossing at home and your regular checkups at the dentist, your goal is protecting your teeth from decay and discoloration. But there’s another risk that most people overlook: receding gums. The good news is your daily brushing/flossing routine helps defend against gum recession, but the team at South University Dental Associates wants you to know there’s more you can do to prevent receding gums.

August 14, 2020

What is a Dental Crown?

Despite the strength of our teeth, they do have susceptibility. Accidental breaking, chipping, cracking, and cavities can deteriorate the structure of a tooth to the point where support is needed in the form of a crown when a filling won’t suffice.

August 14, 2020

Top Reasons People Choose Veneers

There are many ways to transform your smile from ‘blah’ to ‘brilliant’. One option patients often choose over fillings or crowns is veneers.

August 14, 2020

What does a dental filling do?

The only thing worse than having a cavity is letting it go unfilled. This can lead to much of the tooth being destroyed, making a crown necessary. In severe cases, an expensive root canal is the only option, to salvage the tooth.

The Keys to Periodontal Maintenance for Dental Health

What is xylitol gum and how does it neutralize pH levels?

Food, pH Levels, and Acid Erosion. It’s a relationship.