Cavity Prevention

When it comes to cavity prevention, the most important element is you. Prevention takes the understanding that being proactive is the best stance, and this applies to many aspects of your life – including your oral health. As Benjamin Franklin once said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Cavities take time to develop, which means that you have ample amount of time for intervention. How much effort you put in to keeping your mouth health will determine how healthy your mouth is.

Inside every human mouth there are millions of bacteria. While this may sound like something out of a horror movie, these bacteria are actually there to help out and serve a very important purpose. These bacteria help to break down food particles that are left behind inside the mouth after eating. Bacteria within the mouth are there to help rid the mouth of food in order to clean it out. However, as these bacteria are allowed to linger inside the mouth, they begin producing acids. It is these acids that cause the damage to your teeth. Acid eats through the tooth enamel, causing tiny holes known as dental cavities. When the bacteria congregate around food particles that are high in sugar content, they produce even more acids and will create cavities at a faster rate.

Cavity prevention consists of daily habits that make a huge impact. Flossing the teeth every day and brushing the teeth at least twice a day are both essential for keeping the mouth free from cavities. Floss reaches in between the tight spaces of the teeth to remove damaging plaque, while brushing loosens plaque from the surfaces of the teeth so that it is easily expelled from the mouth. Both of these help to keep the mouth healthy between regular dental visits.

At Smiles By Seese, we are here to partner with you in cavity prevention. You only have one set of permanent teeth, and in order for them to last a lifetime you must take proper care of them. Contact our dental practice today to schedule an appointment for a dental cleaning and tips on how you can keep your mouth healthy at home.