How to Subtract Those Added Sugars

July 10th, 2024

Sugars are the simplest carbohydrates, and are found naturally in fruits, vegetables, grains, and dairy products. Our bodies require these simple carbs for energy. (Even better, we don’t just get energy from fruits, vegetables, grains, and dairy—we also get healthy amounts of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fiber, and even some protein!) Problems arise when we get…
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Can You Repair Your Tooth Enamel?

July 3rd, 2024

There are lots of ads out there for toothpastes that claim to repair damaged tooth enamel. Can you treat cavities and tooth decay at home? Well, mostly, no, you can’t. Can you strengthen your enamel at home? Very possibly—in some circumstances. Let us explain! Cavities and tooth decay start forming when the enamel on the…
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Amalgam Fillings vs. White Fillings

June 26th, 2024

Many varieties of fillings are available at our South Bend, IN office. Most people are familiar with traditional amalgam fillings: those big silver spots on top of teeth. Made from a mixture of silver, tin, zinc, copper, and mercury, amalgam fillings have been used to fill cavities for more than 100 years. They offer several…
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Teeth, Bones—What’s the Difference?

June 20th, 2024

They’re often mentioned together, and that’s understandable. After all, they’re the strongest parts of the body, they’re made of many of the same elements, they both require a diet rich in vitamins and minerals to stay healthy, a pirate flag wouldn’t be the same without them–so, what makes teeth and bones different? Glad you asked!…
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