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Today Dr. Cooper of San Jose, CA is blogging to explain the danger of plaque buildup and how dental implants can help. Ever since our adolescence, we have been told that sugar rots our teeth; we know now that sugar is not the direct culprit for cavity buildup. The real cause of cavities is carbohydrates that are metabolized by bacteria and turned into an acid that strips teeth from their minerals.
A good rule of thumb to always remember and follow: brush and floss at least 2-3 times a day. Once you are finished eating something, it does not hurt to floss and brush; it never will. Also, fruit and yogurt can be used as natural and healthy “mouthwash” to get rid of the existing plaque.
If you do neglect to care for your teeth, eventually plaque will build up and create monstrous little cavities. If cavities are not attended to or taken care of, more serious dental measures will need to be taken, such as: crowns, fillings, caps, or worst, root canals. Just as a precaution though, some foods to avoid if you don’t want to be getting dental work done anytime soon are: hard or sticky candy, cereal, raisins, and even breath mints.
Instead of avoiding candy or cookies, just remember to brush your teeth and floss. Avoiding some of the tastiest foods can be a pain and almost feel as if you are on a diet, but everything is better in moderation. Persistence and dedication are very important when it comes to our mouths and we all learn that lesson as we get older, sometimes the harder way.
Regardless of what causes these little, dirty demons, untreated cavities will still lead to decay. If this is not treated in a proper way, within a timely manner, the decay can lead to tooth loss and severe gum damage. If you are this deep into the destruction of your dental health, dental implants are the best solution; especially for missing teeth. Dental implants can be used to replace the unhealthy teeth that are causing you pain but also prevent further decay in the future.
If you have unfortunately lost one or more teeth and you have not taken the correct steps to fixing your dental hygiene, call us today to schedule a consultation for dental implants.
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Avoid the plaque build up and settle down with a pair of your very own dental implants today and enjoy the sweetest treats again! Call us at 408-740-5317 and meet our beloved Dr. Cooper!