Your tooth enamel is made from mineral crystal structures that give your teeth the strength to bite and chew food. The density of these mineral structures helps repel bacteria from forming cavities and they can also reduce sensitivity issues. At the same time, if you...
The Connection Between Enamel Erosion, Tooth Decay and Soda
by Republic Dental & Orthodontics | Dec 22, 2016 | Dental Care, Dental Hygiene
If you drink soda often, your smile is vulnerable to enamel erosion and tooth decay, which are two dental issues that can result in tooth sensitivity and tooth extraction if you’re not careful. So, it’s best to avoid these two problems as much as possible. You can do...
All You Need to Know About Fighting Tooth Decay
by Republic Dental & Orthodontics | Dec 28, 2015 | Dental Care
Tooth decay is something to be fought—not accepted. It is a common yet dangerous dental problem that can cause extreme pain and discomfort if left untreated. So, it’s best to do everything you can to avoid this dental issue, and we recommend doing the following things...
What Causes Sensitive Teeth?
by Republic Dental & Orthodontics | Aug 19, 2015 | Dental Care
Our dentist is happy to offer a number of potential solutions to our patients who have sensitive teeth. Gum disease and a damaged or chipped tooth are some of the more common causes of sensitive teeth. If you suffer from gum disease, your gums may peel from your teeth...