How to Prevent Dental Cavities

Dental cavities are a common ailment characterized by small holes or pits in the tooth. They are caused by acid producing bacteria from carbohydrates such as sugar, fructose and glucose. While there are several ways in which a dentist can fix or restore form and function of a tooth with a cavity, prevention is key. Oral hygiene habits can help prevent tooth decay and cavities by not allowing bacteria to settle on the tooth and create damage. Despite this knowledge, over 90% of people worldwide will at some point have a dental cavity or tooth decay. In this free video series, our expert will demonstrate how to prevent dental cavities. In learning basic tips and advice on dental health, you will be able to lessen your risk of developing cavities or tooth decay. Our expert will give you easy to follow step-by-step instructions on how to properly brush your teeth, floss, use mouth wash and even how to prevent cavities by avoiding sweets. This is a great video series to share with children, who are often the most at risk for dental cavities, but can be helpful to anyone who experiences problems with dental cavities.