Our Dental Hygiene Blog

Foods high in sugar are popular in American diets. These empty-calorie foods (e.g., candy, soft drinks, sweetened gelatin, and some desserts) provide energy but contain little or no dietary fiber, vitamins, or minerals. Studies link the rising prevalence of obesity in children to consumption of sugar-sweetened drinks. On average, Americans drink 53 gallons of soda [...]

A gum infection is the result of bacteria growth in gum tissue. The infection may become severe if left untreated. To prevent gum infection, you have to get rid of the plaque, the main culprit of gum disease.
Poor oral hygiene primarily causes periodontal disease. But the extend of the damage on your gum and teeth [...]