Most municipal sources of water in America are treated to some degree with a small amount of fluoride. This light yet frequent exposure helps people in urban and suburban areas to maintain strong, tooth enamel and prevent cavities. People living in rural areas or people who only have access to well water don’t receive these fluoridated benefits. There are a... read more »

Your tooth enamel is made up of microscopic mineral crystals that give it the durability to bite, chew and grind hard foods. Unfortunately, it is possible for the acidic foods and beverages you enjoy and the natural bacteria in your mouth to degrade these mineral crystals over time, which creates microscopic areas that harbor tooth decay. In time, it can... read more »