Past The Teeth And Over The Tongue

Past The Teeth And Over The TongueAt Community Dental Group, Inc., we not only strive to bring our patients better health and a better smile through the practical services that we provide, but we also aim to facilitate overall wellness through education and advocacy for responsibility in health measures. One of the things that we most often find is that many of our Westlake Village patients do have good knowledge about proper oral hygiene, but are not always aware of other variables that can impact dental and overall health.

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The Importance Of Quality And Quantity When Brushing

The Importance Of Quality And Quantity When BrushingAt Community Dental Group, we often have patients who range in age, from younger residents of Thousand Oaks, CA, who are just learning about oral health, but also adult patients who come in for their routine check-ups. Learning good oral health at a younger age can greatly reduce risks to the teeth and gums that can occur over time, but it is also highly important that all of our clients are aware of how brushing impacts their health. Read more

How To Reduce Discomfort And Inconvenience When You Floss

How To Reduce Discomfort And Inconvenience When You FlossAccording to recent research, only about 50{3b0f9398becb40f4bdd8fe95c600d2c252c33730296b97da1b334948809cb5c4} of Americans floss on a regular basis. The other 50{3b0f9398becb40f4bdd8fe95c600d2c252c33730296b97da1b334948809cb5c4} floss irregularly, such as when they detect something between their teeth, or not at all. Read more

6 Natural Remedies For Better Gum Health

6 Natural Remedies For Better Gum HealthPeriodontal disease, or gum disease as it is more commonly called, oftentimes becomes a serious issue wherein the individual experiences bleeding and pain. This usually indicates that the disease has spread deeper into the bone and tissues. At this stage, it is known as periodontitis and is the primary cause of tooth loss in individuals over the age of 30. Fortunately, there are several natural remedies that we oftentimes recommend to help combat the advancement and worsening of the disease. Read more

What Are The Best Foods For Supporting Whiter, Healthier Teeth?

What Are The Best Foods For Supporting Whiter, Healthier Teeth?Your diet impacts every part of your body, including your teeth and gums. When it comes to making sure that your teeth will be supporting you throughout your life, it’s important to note that your mouth is a lot more complex than it looks.

Although teeth may seem hard and uniform, almost like rocks, they are living parts of your body. Each tooth is filled with a variety of soft tissues as well as a nerve ending. Throughout the whole course of your life, your teeth are intimately connected to your nervous system and brain. Read more

How To Get Back In The Flossing Habit And Make Life Easier

How To Get Back In The Flossing Habit And Make Life EasierAre you one of the millions of Americans who doesn’t floss on a regular basis? If so, one of the most important things that you can do is this: Stop feeling guilty about it!

Yes, flossing is important. In fact, nothing else can stand in for the benefits that we get from flossing, since it can help prevent the development of plaque between teeth.

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Top 7 Worst Foods For Your Teeth

Top 7 Worst Foods For Your TeethWe’ve all heard the advice over the years about which foods to avoid if we don’t want our teeth to rot. In school, you were probably told to avoid candy and sugary drinks. But some foods are just as damaging to your teeth, and might not be as obvious. We’ll list some of these foods, and explain why they’re bad for your teeth.

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How Much Does pH Make A Difference In Teeth Care?

How Much Does pH Make A Difference In Teeth Care?There are many factors involved in dental care, some of which you no doubt aware. Things such as diet and oral care habits play a huge factor in the overall condition of your teeth. It’s a well-established fact that diet plays a large role in the health of your teeth. But you may be wondering what makes some foods good for your teeth, while other foods wear down your teeth and cause cavities. In this post, we’ll examine exactly what makes a food good or bad for your teeth, and discuss which foods to avoid. Read more

Candy, Gum And Other Sweets – The Ugly Truth

Candy, Gum And Other Sweets – The Ugly TruthYou’ve probably been warned about the dangers candy and other sweets pose to your teeth, but you may not be clear on exactly why these things are bad for you. Candy, gum with sugar and other sweets can harm your teeth in several ways that you may not be aware of. The sweet taste of these foods can encourage you to consume large amounts, which will increase the damage they do to your teeth. Read more

Food That Is Good For Your Teeth

Food That Is Good For Your TeethYou’ve heard about foods that are bad for you teeth, like candy and soda. But did you know there are foods that are good for you teeth? Eating these foods can help stop and in some cases, even reverse the damage done to your teeth by acid and bacteria. While these foods may be good for your teeth, they’re no replacement for regular brushing, flossing and visits to your dentist. Read more