The Connection Between Cavities and Saliva

According to an article in The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice, saliva is made up of 99% water with the other 1% containing a variety of electrolytes and proteins. The amount of saliva produced within a healthy mouth can range from 1 to 1.5 liters a day. More than just a moisturizer for the mouth, […]

Important Information on Protecting Your Child’s Teeth During Sports

As the hazy, lazy days of summer give way to fall and millions of students head back to school, this is an important time to consider protecting your child’s teeth during sports. Football, field hockey and soccer are all sports that generally are played in the fall and each poses a serious risk to the well-being […]

3 Tips For Taking Care of Teeth After Eating Candy

Easter is one of the most colorful and joyful family holidays of the whole year. For kids, a big part of Easter is hunting for eggs filled with delicious sweets and chocolates. Easter candy doesn’t have to be just for kids, right? Us adults are also guilty of indulging in candy that isn’t exactly healthy […]