How does fluoride work?
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Fluoride is used primarily to help remineralise tooth structure damage caused by acid
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Using products with xylitol, alkaline pH+ technology, and fluoride can be more effective at fighting cavities than fluoride alone
How does Xylitol prevent cavities?
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Xylitol in the correct daily dose has been proven to lower decay rates
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Xylitol is a safe, healthy, and effective sugar substitute
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Xylitol is available in many forms, making it easy to use
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Xylitol tastes great!
How to prevent cavities
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To prevent cavities, you must create an oral environment that makes it difficult for infectious cavity-causing bacteria to survive
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Brushing and flossing alone may not be enough to prevent decay
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Stop the infection with new fluoride, xylitol, and alkaline pH+ dental products
What causes bad breath?
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Bacteria on the back of the tongue are the primary cause of bad breath
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Lack of saliva flow can increase the growth of bad breath bacteria
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Good oral hygiene, mouth sprays, and antibacterial rinses can help
What causes dry mouth?
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Dry mouth increases your risk for the bacterial infection that causes cavities (caries)
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Medications can increase the occurrence of dry mouth See dry mouth solutions here!
What causes sensitive teeth?
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In order to best treat your sensitivity, it helps to know the cause
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Sensitivity may be caused by exposed root surfaces, cracks in the teeth, or dry mouth
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Sensitivity could be a sign of a bacterial infection on your teeth (caries)
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Products including fluoride, xylitol, and pH+ therapies may help
What causes tooth loss?
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Tooth loss is primarily caused by a periodontal infection, caries infection, or trauma to the tooth
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Periodontal and caries infections are caused by specific groups of bacteria and are known as biofilm diseases
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New products are now available to fight these infectious bacteria
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Stop the infection. . . stop losing teeth!
What do braces or Invisalign have to do with cavities?
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Orthodontic appliances increase the risk of the bacterial infection that causes cavities (caries) and white spot lesions
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Preventing the bacterial infection is imperative to an excellent orthodontic result
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Protect your investment by using fluoride, xylitol, and pH+ dental products
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Don't get white spots! See below for more information
Why do I have cavities?
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Cavities are caused by a bacterial infection known as caries
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An acidic oral environment drives the infection
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Brushing and flossing alone cannot stop the infection
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The good news is that the infection is treatable and preventable . . . read more to find out how
Why do kids get cavities?
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Cavities are caused by a bacterial infection knows as "caries"
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Caries is the No.1 disease children are facing in the United States according to the CDC
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Brushing and flossing alone may not stop the caries infection
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Safe and effective new dental products designed just for kids are now available
Why is pH so important in cavity prevention?
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Studies have shown that a prolonged acidic (low pH) oral environment can cause an overgrowth of acidic bacteria
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Acidic bacteria cause tooth decay
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Keeping a neutral or alkaline pH in the mouth can prevent acidic bacterial growth
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New dental products with alkaline pH, xylitol, and fluoride are now available
Will veneer or crown restorations stop decay?
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Tooth decay is caused by a bacterial infection on the teeth known as "caries"
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If your bondings, veneers, or crowns were needed due to decay, you may still have a caries infection
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The "margins" or edges of your veneers, bondings, and crowns are still at risk of decay
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Protect your restorative investment and prevent further decay with fluoride, xylitol and pH+ dental products