REASONS WHY PEOPLE DEVELOP RECURRING CAVITIES

Dental cavities are very common in most people. However, some people tend to suffer more from them than other people. Here are some reasons why some people develop recurring cavities.

Consuming too much sugary food leads to the teeth being a breeding ground for harmful bacteria. When the bacteria get in contact with the sugars, they release acids that affect the tooth enamel. For people who have had a tooth cavity before, it is advisable that they incorporate a healthy sugar-free diet with lots of water consumption.

Consuming foods rich in acids are also likely to cause tooth decay. Foods rich in acid do not only create a favorable environment for bacterial breeding, but they are likely to work on their own. Even without the harmful bacteria, acidic foods can erode the tooth on their own. Some of the food substances people consume have adverse effects on the tooth enamel, thus leading to cavities.

The composition and flow of your saliva could also result in recurring cavities. Saliva helps in cleaning the tooth surface. If you have a dry mouth, the cleaning of the teeth becomes affected. Saliva that is too thick is also unable to properly clean the teeth and leaves behind substances that cause cavities.

REGULARLY HAVING PIECES OF FOOD STUCK

If you are noticing more and more that you are experiencing food trapped in between your teeth. We can help. What has happened is that your teeth will move a small amount as you get older. They can shift into a position where food becomes commonly caught. When this happens, we can correct this.

Making an appointment, we can identify the teeth that have moved together creating a wedge. Using some sanding instruments, we can correct the wedge, allowing you to freely apply floss and remove all food from your teeth.

PROBLEMS RESULTING FROM HAVING FOOD STUCK BETWEEN YOUR TEETH

If you are experiencing the constant problem of food being trapped after a meal. It’s important to contact us. If food is being jammed so tight that it’s hard to remove, you can be sure your toothbrush isn’t removing it. Areas of the teeth where food can become stuck can quickly decay.

The food quickly becomes an area that bacteria convert into plaque. You don’t want any pockets or hard to reach areas food gets stuck to start to develop plaque and decay. The occasional piece of food is normal. If you are dealing with it after one or more meal a day, it’s time to seek professional help.

WHAT TO EXPECT

HOW EXERCISING FACE MUSCLES IS IMPORTANT FOR ORAL HEALTH

When you exercise and engage face muscles, then you are giving your dental formula and jaw a stretch too. This can help stretch out the muscles that hold your entire jaw. This might be simple, but it helps deal with jaw locking and lying slightly outside the joint socket. It is also helpful when you turn your neck from side to side and open your mouth to breathe. This helps open the airway and allows stretching of muscles that are around and inside the mouth.

WHAT DOES EXERCISE HAVE TO DO WITH PERIODONTAL DISEASE?

There is a lot of research that has been conducted on this subject. A lot of people do not understand that exercise can help prevent periodontal disease. This is extreme gum disease that begins with the inflammation of gums. The plaque accumulating around teeth causes the pulling away of teeth from the gum and digs up some pockets that collect pus.

DENTAL DISEASE EFFECTS ON A DEVELOPING BABY

Researchers have linked gum disease in pregnant women and premature birth with low birth weight. Babies that are born prematurely run the risk of a series of health conditions. These can include cerebral palsy as well as issues with eyesight and hearing. Rough research estimates suggest that around 18% of premature births are in conjunction with gum disease. This is one of the reasons we schedule a series of appointments throughout your pregnancy.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

During pregnancy, your hormone levels changing can leave your mouth more vulnerable to plaque forming and cavities. What is most common is gum inflammation, it’s most likely to occur during the second trimester. This swelling of the gums creates pockets for bacteria to form, resulting in gum diseases. Many studies show it is very common to have plaque buildup during pregnancy.

This can be from your diet, dry mouth, and hormone imbalances. Your gums may be tender and sometimes bleed. Your body may not fight off plaque as well when you’re pregnant. This can lead to tooth decay and gingivitis. Be sure to ask our dentist about getting an antimicrobial mouthwash to help fight bacteria and plaque. We will remove plaque buildup when you come to our office for the regularly scheduled appointments.