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Happy New Year

Dr. Braegger and his staff would like to wish everyone the happiest of new years!

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Happy Holidays From The office of Dr. Braegger

The office of Dr. Michael Braegger would like to wish everyone Happy Holidays. We hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year. Come take advantage of our $150.00 in office whitening special to make your teeth shine for those holiday photos.

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SO ONCE AGAIN THE BIG TURKEY IS COOKING TURKEY, COME JOIN US!

So Once again The Big Turkey is cooking Turkey. Come join us! Wednesday, November 25th. at 10:00-2:00.

Please call us and let us know if your stopping by.

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Sugary, sticky Halloween treats can play tricks on children's teeth

Sugary, sticky Halloween treats can play tricks on children’s teeth

  Each year, Americans spend close to $9 billion on candy, and in October a lot of that candy will end up damaging the teeth of trick-or-treating children. You might be surprised to learn, however, that when it comes to causing cavities, not all candy is created equal.

Sugar has long been identified by oral health experts as a major cause of tooth decay and cavities. Naturally occurring bacteria in the mouth feed on sugar in candy and other foods and turn it into acid. This acid attacks tooth enamel and causes decay.

Sticky or chewy candies result in sugar being in contact with teeth for longer periods of time. When children chew sticky candies such as caramels or taffy, candy gets stuck on the surface and in between crevices. The longer the sugar is stuck to the teeth, the more time the bacteria have to feed on the candy and produce acid. The more acid is produced and the longer the amount of time the teeth are exposed to it, the more chance your child has of developing cavities.

Tips for limiting the effects of sugary treats

Choose candy that can be eaten quickly and easily to limit the amount of time sugar is in contact with the teeth.

Steer away from sticky candies like gummy fruit snacks, caramels, taffy, popcorn balls and other candies that expose the teeth to sugar for long periods of time.

Limit consumption of sour candies that may contain acids (such as citric acid) to intensify the sour flavor. These acids can contribute to dental erosion and cavities.

Encourage children to eat a small amount of candy in one sitting followed by a glass of water or a thorough tooth brushing.

Encourage children to eat a good meal prior to trick-or-treating, so there will be less temptation to fill up on candy.

Consider purchasing non-food treats for those who visit your home, such as coloring books or pens and pencils.

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Latest development in dental implants

  An aging population and more interest in cosmetic dentistry are increasing the demand for dental implants, according to a global study prepared by Persistence Market Research.

The American Academy of Implant Dentistry says that 69 percent of Americans ages 33 to 44 are missing at least one tooth, and that 25 percent of those older than 74 have lost all of their natural teeth.

Implants are an effective way to replace missing teeth because they can be permanent and designed to blend in with your other teeth. You can take care of implants the same way you take care of your other teeth.

http://www.elkharttruth.com/Sponsored/2015/08/13/Mini-dental-implants-the-latest-innovation-in-teeth-replacement.html

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Should I use electric toothbrush for cleaning my teeth?

Regular tooth brushing is considered to be among the most important oral hygiene maintenance measure. A soft bristled tooth brush with a dentist prescribed fluoridated dentifrice is the ideal combination for cleaning your teeth when you perform proper tooth brushing technique shown to you by your own Gilbert dentists at the dental and oral consultation visits in the dental office. Dental health care professionals are of the opinion that the most important component of meticulous tooth cleaning includes following proper tooth brushing technique. Using the best tooth brush and good quality tooth paste can all go in vain if you are following faulty tooth brushing technique. Always make sure to involve all tooth surfaces during brushing your teeth for removing the food debris and dental plaque film especially from non-self cleansable areas of your teeth. Deep pits and fissures on the occluding surfaces and areas beneath the contact points of your teeth need special attention during tooth brushing and dental flossing.

Tooth brushes are available in various shapes and designs in the market. Choice of tooth brush depends upon personal preference and ease of use during cleaning various surfaces of teeth. According to their mechanism of action, tooth brushes can be divided as manual and powered tooth brushes. Powered or electric tooth brushes employ use of electric energy for power generation in the tooth brush bristles for the removal of impacted food particles and dental plaque bio-film. Gilbert dentists are of the opinion that both manual and electric tooth brushes can perform equally well cleaning of teeth if these are used with correct tooth brushing technique. However, some recent studies have shown that electric tooth brushes can have added advantage in some clinical situations. Furthermore, special individuals such as handicapped persons in the society, medically compromised individuals and senior citizens who cannot exert the required force during tooth brushing procedure can benefit from electric or powered tooth brushes. The following article compares manual and powered tooth brushes in order to guide people regarding maintenance of oral hygiene conditions.

In the past, Consumer Reports has said electric and manual toothbrushes are equally effective as long as you brush teeth thoroughly for 2 minutes, twice a day. But an analysis of 56 studies published in 2014 by the international evidence-based research organization Cochrane found that electric models may have a slight edge.

if you don’t currently have gingivitis, “it really doesn’t matter which brush you use.” And in terms of plaque, “we really don’t know that it matters if a little more or less plaque is removed,” he says. An electric toothbrush may help, however, if you have arthritis or a dexterity problem that makes thorough brushing difficult, Friedman notes.

http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/news/2015/08/electric-toothbrush-vs-manual/index.htm

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Lemon water can ruin your teeth

  An increasing trend towards physical fitness has been in progress in the recent era. People wish to have physically fit stature and perform different exercises in order to attain lean and tough body. Nutrition and daily diet plans are modified with the help of specialists to reduce obesity. Your dental health care provider in Gilbert has observed increasing prevalence among teeth affected from non-carious cervical surface tooth erosion lesions among the patients visiting for dental and oral health consultation. Thorough history taking and comprehensive clinical examination has shown that this finding is occurring owing to the increased intake of warm lemon water especially at early morning before breakfast as part of the whole weight reduction planning. People are advised to take warm water with half lemon extract mixed in it to burn extra body fats and products responsible for weight gain and obesity. No doubt, lemon water is a healthy drink and it has multiple health benefits as it increases the metabolic rate of human body as well as dissolves unwanted body fats.

In addition to various benefits of warm lemon water intake, few demerits and serious adverse effects have also been observed which should be discussed with the people in order to educate them regarding management of its excessive intake. Lemon water especially when it is taken at high temperatures can result in de-mineralization and erosion of outermost enamel surface of your teeth. Lemon juice is acidic in nature which causes the overall pH lowering effect within the oral cavity for prolonged periods of time. When warm lemon water is taken by individuals, the resultant adverse consequences are multiplies due to lower temperature and lower pH values causing excessive loss of tooth minerals. Your Gilbert Dental health care professional advises limited use of lemon water and application of straw for drinking this liquid if necessary at all. Use of straw for drinking lemon water will prevent direct contact of acidic drink with natural teeth and less chances of development of tooth erosion.

Celebrities such as Gwyneth Paltrow (left) and Jennifer Aniston (right) are known to be fans of hot water and lemon – a drink which is thought to originate in ancient Egypt

But dentists are warning that the drinks’ acidity can erode away tooth enamel and lead to mottled and discoloured teeth.

He warned that lemon juice is particularly damaging, especially when combined with hot water.

‘The temperature of the water can exacerbate this effect because erosion is more severe at higher temperatures.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-3205958/How-morning-glass-hot-water-lemon-favoured-likes-Gwyneth-Jen-ruining-teeth.html

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Useful tips to freshen up your breath

  In the present era of competition and advancements, it is extremely essential to dress up nicely and speak politely to cope with the demands of everyday life. People need to smile and participate in business conversations multiple times in a day. Cosmetic dentistry has gained great importance within the context of pleasant smile with the help of bright and whiter teeth. However, lively smiles cannot do the trick for you if you are suffering with the serious problem of bad breath of halitosis. Your own Gilbert dentist puts great focus upon the maintenance of oral hygiene measures in order to prevent yourself from the development of foul smell from your mouth. The most common reason for the development of halitosis remains the accumulation and aggregation of harmful microorganisms in your oral cavity along with food debris lodgment.

These leftovers of our diet can serve as the source of nutrients for different harmful microorganisms and after undergoing metabolism, the food debris and other products give rise to volatile sulfur compounds within the mouth. These volatile sulfur compounds form the basis of bad breath in the oral environment. Furthermore, eating certain types of food materials such as vegetables for example onions and cabbage can cause bad smell in your breath. Regular dental consultations, tooth brushing, use of dental floss, frequent mouth rinsing with mouth washes prescribed by your Gilbert dentist, drinking plenty of water and eating balanced diet can help a great deal in combating the problem of halitosis.

While good oral hygiene and fresh breath are important for everyone, a recent study shows that for couples, it matters a lot. In fact, 60 percent of U.S. adults with partners say that their partner’s oral health — the state of their teeth, gums and breath — plays a big role in their level of intimacy.

While for some folks, chronic bad breath is a symptom of a larger health problem, the rest of us who simply experience a little morning dragon breath, or the occasional post-dinner stinkiness, can usually freshen things up pretty quickly.

You should scrape your tongue every day. Tongue scrapers play a role in eliminating plaque and food debris, Wall says, and can be found in most drug stores and health food stores.

“Bad breath can be caused by cavities, root absorptions, and lots of other conditions that are found in the mouth,” says Wall. “There’s no way to know what’s going on in there unless a professional looks in your mouth and takes X-rays.”

http://www.today.com/health/its-national-fresh-breath-day-celebrate-these-9-tips-t37276

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Useful tips to freshen up your breath

  In the present era of competition and advancements, it is extremely essential to dress up nicely and speak politely to cope with the demands of everyday life. People need to smile and participate in business conversations multiple times in a day. Cosmetic dentistry has gained great importance within the context of pleasant smile with the help of bright and whiter teeth. However, lively smiles cannot do the trick for you if you are suffering with the serious problem of bad breath of halitosis. Your own Gilbert dentist puts great focus upon the maintenance of oral hygiene measures in order to prevent yourself from the development of foul smell from your mouth. The most common reason for the development of halitosis remains the accumulation and aggregation of harmful microorganisms in your oral cavity along with food debris lodgment.

These leftovers of our diet can serve as the source of nutrients for different harmful microorganisms and after undergoing metabolism, the food debris and other products give rise to volatile sulfur compounds within the mouth. These volatile sulfur compounds form the basis of bad breath in the oral environment. Furthermore, eating certain types of food materials such as vegetables for example onions and cabbage can cause bad smell in your breath. Regular dental consultations, tooth brushing, use of dental floss, frequent mouth rinsing with mouth washes prescribed by your Gilbert dentist, drinking plenty of water and eating balanced diet can help a great deal in combating the problem of halitosis.

While good oral hygiene and fresh breath are important for everyone, a recent study shows that for couples, it matters a lot. In fact, 60 percent of U.S. adults with partners say that their partner’s oral health — the state of their teeth, gums and breath — plays a big role in their level of intimacy.

While for some folks, chronic bad breath is a symptom of a larger health problem, the rest of us who simply experience a little morning dragon breath, or the occasional post-dinner stinkiness, can usually freshen things up pretty quickly.

You should scrape your tongue every day. Tongue scrapers play a role in eliminating plaque and food debris, Wall says, and can be found in most drug stores and health food stores.

“Bad breath can be caused by cavities, root absorptions, and lots of other conditions that are found in the mouth,” says Wall. “There’s no way to know what’s going on in there unless a professional looks in your mouth and takes X-rays.”

http://www.today.com/health/its-national-fresh-breath-day-celebrate-these-9-tips-t37276

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Which habits should be avoided during tooth brushing?

  Regular cleaning of your teeth with the help of a dentist prescribed soft tooth brush and fluoridated dentifrice is essential for the maintenance of healthy oral hygiene conditions. Tooth brush bristles must be applied to all the tooth surfaces for sufficient time period to achieve the required degree of cleansing action. Failure to do so can result in persistence of harmful bacteria and microorganisms as well as food debris in non-self cleansable areas such as pits and fissures and gingival embrasures. These persistent food particles can undergo breakdown to produce acid products and can enhance the pathogenic abilities of caries causing bacteria. These products are directly involved in the production of acids further lowering the PH of oral environment and promoting tooth enamel de-mineralization.

Tooth brushing technique is essential for achieving the intended results. Improper technique and insufficient time spent during brushing your teeth will not achieve the required goals. It is highly recommended to perform tooth brushing for at least four minutes and include all the surfaces of teeth during this activity. Inter dental tooth brushes and dental floss can perform adequate cleaning in those areas which are inaccessible through normal tooth brushes. Vigorous to and fro movement of tooth brushes should also be strongly discouraged as this habit can result in deep painful abrasion cavities in the cervical tooth surfaces. Brushing your teeth straight after taking meals and rinsing your mouth soon after brushing are not advised by dental health care professionals. This article describes various situations which should be followed or avoided in relation to tooth brushing.

The art of brushing teeth is far more complex than people realise, with some common habits actually causing significant damage to the teeth.

From the style of toothbrush to the brushing time, a variety of elements need to be taken into account before brushing, to avoid causing harm.

‘People might not realise this but it’s not good to rinse straight away because we want the toothpaste to build the mouth environment back up and make everything correct again,’ Dr. Tam told Daily Mail Australia.

The average brushing time is two minutes, with Dr. Tam stressing that people should be brushing for no less than that.

‘If you brush for less than two minutes you are more than likely leaving deposits of tartar and food on the teeth as well as all the stains,’ Dr. Tam said.

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How can I get whiter and brighter teeth ?

  People always wish to have brighter and whiter teeth in order to possess a charming and lively smile. Modern era requires us to have a pleasant presentation of ourselves during work at our occupational places as well in college or universities for studies. People like those who present with smiling faces and this has a great impact on your success and progress in your professional life. You can easily get a project if you are well-mannered and dedicated to fulfill the intended task presented to you. Your positive body language and smiling face can do half the job for you. This has great impact on people opting for cosmetic dental procedures. Famous celebrities and sports figures regular book consultation appointments with the dental health care professionals for the assessment of their smile and facial profile.

They even opt for regular touch up appointments whenever required. In addition to specialized dental cosmetic procedures, plenty of over the counter products have been launched in the recent decade for achieving brighter smiles. However, it is strongly recommended to consult the cosmetic dentists regarding their harmful effects on adjacent oral soft and hard tissues. Good quality over the counter teeth whitening products can produce promising results. These products are extremely effective against common extrinsic stains such as coffee and tea stains. This article describes different products for achieving high quality smile value in individuals.

Obviously, Instagram filters are a teeth whitening miracle maker but if you are looking for something more long-term so you can stop smiling with your mouth shut and drinking your coffee/red wine/Diet Coke through a straw, we’ve rounded up our whiter teeth go-tos on your behalf. You can thank us later!

Chewing gum does NOT substitute brushing your teeth but chow down on one that contains the sugar substitute, Xylitol and it could help keep your teeth stain free. In fact, in Finland, schools even hand out xylitol-filled gum to kiddiwinks after lunchtime to prevent their delicate teeth from decaying.

Extracted from birch trees, it works by killing off the bacteria that dissolves the enamel on teeth. This makes plaque easier to remove and keeps your teeth jazzy and white for longer.

Just like peroxide lifts and bleaches hair blonde, it can lift away dark spots and stains on teeth, too. Called hydrogen peroxide, it used to be restricted to pro treatments but Colgate have snuck 0.1% of the teeth whitening wonder ingredient into their latest toothpaste. Giving teeth a serious deep clean, try it for two weeks and we bet you’ll see a difference.

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Benefits of tooth colored restorations

Meticulous oral hygiene maintenance is essential for ensuring longevity of teeth and healthy status of oral soft tissues. Regular tooth brushing and use of dental floss after taking meals prevents the occurrence of tooth decay and dental caries in majority of individuals. Patient education and modification of dietary habits in the recent era has also resulted in decreased incidence of carious lesions on various tooth surfaces. The introduction of Xylitol chewing gums having anti-cariogenic properties and increased stimulation of salivary flow have also helped a lot in preventing tooth decay. Increased production of saliva can help in clearance of sticky sugars and food particles from tooth surfaces resulting in depletion of nutrients for bacterial growth and metabolism.

In spite of all these efforts, dental caries develops in susceptible areas of the teeth. it is strongly recommended to perform dental fillings in carious teeth as soon as possible to prevent the infection from invading the underneath pulp tissue and nerves of the tooth. People often refrain from opting for filling of their teeth with silver and metal fillings due to unsightly color and hazards of mercury. Silver amalgam fillings have been in use for a long time with excellent results but people are now more conscious regarding the color of their tooth restorations. Development of tooth colored filling materials such as composite and glass ionomer cements have revolutionized the art of restorative dentistry. The following article describes the merits and advantages of tooth colored fillings.

Fortunately, modern advances in dentistry have provided new options for dental restoration.  White, or tooth-colored, fillings are a natural-looking alternative to silver fillings, and offer good durability and resistance to fracture, especially for small- to medium-size fillings that need to withstand moderate pressure from the constant stress of chewing, according to the website.  These composite resin fillings can be used on front or back teeth, and are a superior option for patients who prefer that their fillings match their natural teeth.

Tooth-colored fillings are now used more often than amalgam fillings, mostly for cosmetic reasons.  Patients tend to prefer fillings that blend with their natural tooth color and that can be structured to resemble real teeth.

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Mr. Neilsen's Boxes

Beginning a new school year can be quite traumatic. Seventh grade for me was exactly that. Going from only one teacher in one classroom all day when in first through sixth grade to having a different teacher each hour and moving to a different room for each class was unbearable, at least my first week. I had lost my class schedule the first day of school and didn’t know where to go for my third hour class. I just stood there all alone in the hallway and bawled until a janitor heard my wailing and showed me to the principal’s office where I was given a new copy of my schedule.

Later that day I met Mr. Nielsen, my wood shop teacher. That first session of class he taught us how to build a silly little box. Even then I thought it was really stupid to build little boxes, including the wooden hinges for the lid. Think about it, what can be done with a stupid little box except to hold your mom’s jewelry. I hadn’t even gotten any love notes from a girl to hide in the box, even though my first kiss from someone other than my mother was in the second grade. It wasn’t until later after completing the boxes that he taught us that if you build a box and then build another box and then a few more boxes and put them together, all of a sudden you end up with a grandfather clock or a kitchen cabinet or high rise office building, all made out of a bunch of boxes. Any of you who have been to my office have seen the grandfather clock in the waiting room that I made years ago by just building a bunch of boxes.

In my second semester with Mr. Nielsen, I was inspired to take a simple chess board I made in shop class and turn it into a table. He said I had done so well on the tale that he didn’t want me to take it home until the end of the year so everyone else could see what “A” work was. His insistence that I wait until the end of the year to take that chess table home was what influenced me to use my hands for more than hoeing weeds and milking cows.

Several months ago my oldest son conned me into using my woodworking skills to assist him in making a five string electric bass guitar for him to play. So far he and I together have made 6 basses and one non-bass for my baby brother who also designed it.

All too often I feel so fortunate that I can work all day in a profession that I love and then go home to a hobby that I love as well which tests fate with tools that could very easily end my day job. So far fate has favored me with having five fingers on each hand that can still keep the dental drill turning.

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Poor oral hygiene can cause systemic health problems

  Oral hygiene maintenance accounts for the ensuring better general health of human body. Mouth or oral cavity act as a gateway of entry for the foods, drinks and diet we take multiple times in a day. Furthermore, microorganisms can use this pathway to get entry into various organs and systems of the human body. It is essential to clean this important part of the body to prevent the occurrence of different dental, oral and systemic diseases. Previously oral cavity was considered to be accountable only for dental caries, periodontal diseases and gum bleeding. Recent research has broadened the concept of importance of oral hygiene maintenance measures.

Bad oral hygiene maintenance has shown to transmit various microorganisms and risk factors which can produce serious systemic disorders such as diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular diseases, stroke, pre-term birth and infective endocarditis in medically compromised and susceptible individuals. Poor oral health changes the normal flora of the mouth and a shift from gram positive bacteria to gram negative bacteria normally occurs. This change in oral flora is responsible for periodontal diseases and diabetes mellitus. Regular use of tooth brushing and dental floss has shown remarkable decrease in the occurrence of these complications. The following article describes various systemic manifestations of poor oral hygiene conditions and the mechanism involved in pathogenesis.

It’s no secret that a lackadaisical approach to dental care leads to fillings and gum disease, but the latest evidence suggests it could also cause diabetes, heart disease and cancer

As daily rituals go, it’s up there with getting dressed. Whether you brush your teeth to avoid cavities or bad breath, a clean, bright smile is a social necessity. Yet, a quarter of British adults don’t brush the recommended two times a day, and one in 10 regularly forget to brush altogether. Painful trips to the dentist and missing teeth are the obvious consequences. But what about heart disease, diabetes or cancer?

The idea that bacteria or inflammatory chemicals released by immune cells in the gums can enter the bloodstream and influence the behaviour of other tissues or organs is known as the mouth-body connection. “The mouth is not disconnected from the rest of the body,” says Francesco D’Aiuto, senior lecturer at the Eastman Dental Institute in London. Although it’s too early to say for sure that gum disease directly causes other more serious illnesses, “people should not underestimate what the body senses when the mouth is neglected”.

The mouth-body connection is not a new idea. Indeed, Hippocrates attributed a case of arthritis being cured to the pulling of a tooth. In 1900, a British doctor called William Hunter proposed that so-called “focal infections” in the teeth and gums were a cause of disease elsewhere in the body; Hunter’s theory was a key reason why so many people used to have their teeth extracted deliberately. As recently as 1968, when the UK’s first adult dental health survey was carried out, nearly three-quarters of adults over 55 had none of their own teeth.

http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2015/jul/19/why-neglecting-teeth-seriously-bad-health

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Diet modification for prevention of tooth erosion

  The incidence of tooth surface loss has been vastly increased in the last decade owing to the higher consumption of cola drinks and acidic beverages during social meetings following meals. People have become fond of protein and oil rich diet in the form of fried chicken and pizzas which often necessitate the intake of soft drinks with acid content aiding in digestion and metabolism, these drinks no doubt help in metabolizing the heavy meals but their increased concentration and time duration within the mouth in contact with teeth surfaces cause irreparable damage to the tooth enamel. Enamel dissolution starts due to lowering of PH levels within the oral cavity leading to permanent loss of this protective covering. Tooth surface enamel loss results in the exposure of underlying sensitive dentine causing pain and discomfort in the long run.

Dental health care professionals strongly advise controlled use of soft drinks and dietary acidic beverages with meals. It is always recommended to increase the use of water before and between meals to neutralize the salivary content. Increase the consumption of foods which raise PH levels and stimulate salivary flow. Salivary clearance is essential for the longevity of teeth and prevention of tooth erosion due to drinking cola beverages. Never brush your teeth soon after taking acidic foods and drinks in order to prevent tooth wear. Milk is a safe drink with balanced diet contents and should be taken at least once daily. fruit based cocktails such as margaritas and ice cream can cause serious damage to your teeth. This article provides valuable information regarding dietary reasons of tooth surface loss.

But while these tasty treats may seem like a harmless indulgence, the harsh reality is that their high sugar content and acid levels could be seriously affecting your teeth.

Fruit-based cocktails for instance could damage the sensitive enamel around your teeth whilst a cold pint of cider, which contains up to five teaspoonfuls of sugar, will rot your gnashers.

There’s nothing better than ice-cream to cool off on a hot day but your sweet treat is a danger to your teeth

Fruit-based cocktails, such as margaritas, are pumped with sugar (fructose and glucose) to give them their sweet flavours and appetising appearance.

This sugar reacts to the oral bacteria in our mouths and produces an acid by-product, which damages the sensitive enamel of your teeth.

‘If your cocktail glass is adorned with sweet decorative fruits, try to avoid sucking them, as this encourages the fruit’s natural sugars to further attack your teeth’s outer layer of enamel.’

The high sugar content corrodes the outer surface of your teeth, eventually leading to tooth decay and exposing of the inner layers of the teeth, which can cause painful sensitivity.

The extra coffee shot in these types of drinks can also lead to staining of the teeth.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/food/article-3145810/How-sweet-summer-treats-rotting-teeth-shouldn-t-brush-immediately-eating-sugary-foods.html

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Acidic beverages can erode your teeth

Advocates claim juicing not only helps a person slim down, but can detox the body of toxins and even help cure skin problems like eczema.

It is also a good way of eating more fruit and vegetables, reducing vitamin deficiencies and increasing a person’s intake of fibre, which helps with digestion and bowel conditions, advocates claim.

However, Dr Okoye warns juice diets erode away the tooth’s enamel, leading to chipped and shorter teeth which cause a person to look older than their years.

‘Before it was sports drinks and fizzy drinks. Now, with people who are 40-odd, juice diets are becoming popular as they want to look younger.’

Many do not realise by drinking fruit juice they are essentially rubbing sugar over the inside of their mouths, Dr Okoye told MailOnline.

Avoiding ‘rinsing’ the mouth with the juice – by sloshing and swilling it around, can limit the damage, she said.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-3135834/How-trendy-juice-diets-ruining-TEETH-Dental-damage-soaring-sugar-acid-drinks-eroding-away-tooth-enamel.html

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Happy 4th of July

We at Dr Braegger’s office want to wish you and your family a safe and Happy Independence Day!