Ft Lauderdale Family, Cosmetic, and Sedation Dentistry Blog | Dr. Thomas O'Neil
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
What is Plaque ?
Plaque is a bio-film of bacteria and mucous that grows on your teeth. Some of the bacteria in the plaque make acids, which decay your teeth. Other kinds of bacteria in the plaque make toxins, which cause gum disease. The easiest and most effective way to remove the plaque from your teeth is to brush and floss! When the plaque is hardened on your teeth it is called tartar or calculus. Then you need a Dental Hygienist or Dentist to remove it by “scaling” the tartar off. Our team is here to educate our patients and give them a healthy smile! Come in or call our office today to make an appointment with one of our hygienists!
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Chelsi and Kathryn
posted by The office of Dr. Thomas O'Neil at 2:17 PM
Thursday, May 06, 2010
Effects of Fruit Juice Drinks on Tooth Enamel
Apple juice, like all other fruit juices, is both acidic and sweet. In other words, the acid will soften the enamel of the teeth while the sugar will give an energy source for the caries bacteria, so fruit juice will help you get cavities.
It's a bad idea to let kids drink juice all the time, especially from the bottle. A glass or two is of coarse fine and has lots of other health benefits.
So if you would like to bring your child too check if they have cavities please call Dr.Oneil's office for an appointment 954-720-9570
Sidney and Daniella
posted by The office of Dr. Thomas O'Neil at 4:58 PM
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