5 Healthy Alternatives to Sugary Drinks for Better Oral Health
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Within minutes of consuming sugar-laden drinks, harmful bacteria begin producing acids that attack your tooth enamel, setting off a chain reaction that extends far beyond your teeth. Most Australians consume sugary drinks daily without realising the profound impact these beverages have on their oral and overall health. At Sydney Holistic Dental Centre, we see […]
The role bacteria plays in gum disease and tooth decay – what you can do
It may be surprising to learn but your mouth is home to an estimated 300 different species of bacteria. Bacteria are teeny tiny living beings that move, eat, grow, reproduce and discharge waste. It is waste from these organisms that causes dental plaque. Plaque allows bacteria to stick to the teeth longer, eventually producing acids. These acids wear down […]
6 Surprising Places You’ll Find Sugar
It’s no secret that dentists are not fans of sugar. In fact the dental profession has been warning about the effects of sugar for over 50 years. Our obvious issues with the sweet stuff is it causing tooth decay, but the health effects are so much more than that. When our bodies ingest added sugar […]