Antimicrobials
- What types of antimicrobials are used in dental products
- How they work
- What may be best for your condition
- What to avoid
Biofilms
- See a video of a dental biofilm forming below. . . yuck!
- A biofilm is a diverse community of bacteria attached to a surface
- Biofilms are up to 1000 times more resistant to antibiotics, antibodies and antimicrobials
- Dental plaque is a biofilm
CAMBRA
- CAMBRA means "CAries Management by Risk Assessment"
- CAMBRA is understanding what your risk factors are for cavities and making health recommendations based on your risk
Caries Balance and Imbalance
- Dental health is a balance between protective and pathologic factors
- Know what your pathologic factors are
Caries Infection
- "Caries" is the technical term for the bacterial infection that causes cavities
- A caries infection occurs when an oral environment allows for the infectious bacteria to take hold
- To find out if you are at risk for a caries infection, take our Cavity Quiz
Choosing An Electric Toothbrush
- Electric toothbrushes, when used correctly, can be easier for the average patient to use effectively
- Looking for an electric toothbrush? See below for some recommendations
- Need an effective cleaning gel to go with it? Check out our Oral Neutralizer Gel
Cleaning Your Teeth
- Learning how to brush well isn't just for kids
- Want to see what it is you're brushing away? Watch our biofilm formation video
Drinks That Eat Teeth
- Know the acidity of the drinks you enjoy regularly
- Acidic drinks can promote the caries infection
- Acidic drinks can cause erosion, the wearing away of enamel, over time
Dry Mouth Medications
- Dry mouth can increase your risk for cavities
- Many over-the-counter and prescription medications have a side effect of dry mouth
- Check the link below for a list of medications that have been reported to have dry mouth as a side effect
Fluoride Do's and Don'ts
- Fluoride can be toxic in high levels
- It is important to know how much fluoride you are exposed to
- It is especially important to know how much fluoride exposure children are receiving
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Below are the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions
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Gum (With Xylitol)
- Gum with xylitol as the first ingredient is the most beneficial for preventing cavities
- Using a xylitol gum daily stimulates saliva flow and attacks cavity-causing bacteria
- Neutralise the mouth and fight decay and dry mouth the easy way with CariFree Xylitol Gum
Have A Dental Topic Idea?
- Click a Cavities A-Z topic on the right hand sidebar for more information and helpful links
- Have a topic idea? Send it to us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and we may add it!
Mouth and Body Connection
- Oral infections can have an effect on the health of the rest of your body
- Oral infections have been linked to diabetes and heart disease
- To maintain whole body health, eliminate any oral infections
Mouth Rinse
- A mouth rinse can be a beneficial oral hygiene product
- Know what is in your mouth rinse and what the pros and cons of some ingredients may be
- Check out CariFree Maintenance Rinse
Mouth Spray
- Easy to carry for on-the-go use
- Great taste leaves breath fresh and mouth feeling clean
- Use after meals when not able to brush or rinse
- Relieve dry mouth day or night
Myths vs. Facts
- Many commonly held myths regarding dentistry are actually not true!
- Have an idea for a dental Myth vs. Fact? Send an e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Periodontal Disease
- Periodontal disease affects 34% of the US adult population according to the CDC
- Periodontal disease has been linked to diabetes and heart disease. See Mouth and Body Connection
- If left untreated, periodontal disease can lead to tooth loss
pH Scale
- Understand the difference between basic and alkaline; remember, the lower the pH, the more acidic it is!
- Learn the pH of some common household items
- See the products below a pH of 5.5 that cause demineralisation of the enamel
Pregnancy Do's and Don'ts
- Want to prevent your children from having cavities? Keep yourself from having the infection
- There are many safe xylitol and pH+ products available for expecting mothers
Proper Diet
- It is not just about sugar, how often you eat can affect your risk for cavities
- Acidic foods can increase your risk for cavities even if they do not contain sugar
- Below is some dietary advice and information on how foods can affect your risk for cavities
Questions to Ask Your Dentist
Be an advocate for your dental health . . . get mouthy!
- Your dental professionals have knowledge to share that can provide you with the understanding it takes to get healthy
- Your dental hygienist and dental assistants are also great resources
Science
Below are links to articles referencing:
- CariFree products CAMBRA and the medical management of dental caries
- Caries research
- Minimally invasive dentistry topics
Sealants
- Reduce your child's risk for decay in the hard-to-clean pits and fissures
- Look as natural as your unsealed teeth
- One simple step to help your child keep their teeth for a lifetime
Statistics
Testimonials
- Hear from patients experiencing greater health from the CariFree products
- Hear about dentists being able to practice like never before
Transmission
- Primary caregivers are often responsible for sharing the caries infection
- The earlier the infection occurs, the more serious the outcome
White Spot Lesions
- What they are: spots on the enamel that are whiter than normal
- What causes them: fluoride or genetics may be the cause, and they can even be a sign of the caries infection
- Treatment can be very difficult and sometimes white spots are irreversible
Xylitol
- Xylitol tastes great!
- Xylitol is clinically proven to fight cavities
- Xylitol is all natural
- Xylitol is available in gels, rinses, gum, and wipes
