When you think about bones, which have plenty of blood vessels running through them, tooth enamel on the other hand doesn't have any way to get fresh oxygen and nutrients.
It is possible for a tooth to repair itself with the help of minerals from saliva and fluoride if the damage is minimal. However, once it's severely damaged, your tooth can't repair itself like other parts of your body can.
Please take care of those precious teeth by flossing once daily, brushing twice daily and visiting your dentist every 6 months for a fluoride treatment.
Happy long weekend! 💙 The dental office will be closed Saturday, Sunday and Monday (Aug.31st, Sept.1st & 2nd) with regular hours resuming on Tuesday, Sept 3rd. We hope you have a wonderful weekend!
8 foods to keep you and your child's teeth healthy👇
🥛 Milk and yogurt contains calcium, which helps to strengthen teeth and bones
🍫 Not only can dark chocolate curb a sugar tooth, but it contains a chemical that helps to fight the overgrowth of bacteria in the mouth preventing periodontal disease
🥬 Spinach is high in calcium, vitamin B's and folic acid helping to prevent gum disease
🍃 Basil has properties that help to kill germs on the teeth
🍏 Fruits like apples have high water content and have a crisp texture that help remove plaque from the teeth
🫖 Green tea may help to reduce inflammation and restricts the growth of bacteria in the mouth to prevent cavities. However, this is a tricky one because you will need to brush your teeth shortly after to limit stains!
🌟Sesame seeds are high in calcium and help to remove plaque from the teeth
Eating healthy foods is really important in maintaining good oral care. Let's keep those smiles healthy! 🌟
