Blog - Cavities

When it comes to proper oral hygiene and the health of your teeth, prevention is always the best strategy. Brushing your teeth after every meal and before bedtime, flossing thoroughly, limiting your consumption of sugary drinks and snacks and quitting smoking can all have a positive impact on your smile, and your overall health as well. But while preventing tooth decay...

If you are wondering why your dentist asks for a complete medical history as part of your routine care, there are some very good reasons why they do so. At Royal Lakes Dental (royallakesdental.com), we strive to provide the best and most comprehensive dental care possible, and that means working as an integral part of your medical support team. By completing...

With cold and flu season in striking distance, many families are reasonably stocking up on cold remedies and cough syrups. Our dental practice is particularly concerned with cold and cough syrups as they invariably contain sugar. Other medications you or your kids might be taking at this time like antihistamine syrups can also affect oral health. These medications, while helpful...

The tart, tangy taste of sour candy may make your mouth pucker, but it could be doing damage to your teeth. Sour foods and candies contain high levels of acid to induce their sour tastes. These acids can be harmful to your tooth enamel, leading to increased risk for tooth decay. While your tooth enamel may be the hardest substance...

The toughest substance in your body isn’t your bones — it’s your dental enamel. This fact is a good thing because your dental enamel must withstand heat and cold as well as biting into hard substances. As the most mineralized substance in your body, tooth enamel is layer upon layer of minerals that protect the inner portions of your teeth...