Diet

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08 Sep Is Your Water Too Hard? How Arizona Tap Water Affects Your Teeth

Posted at 00:01h in Diet by Prescott Dentistry

If you live in Arizona, you may have issues with hard water. This issue is typically associated with mineral buildup on faucets or spotting on dishes, but did you know that hard water can also affect your dental health? As a holistic dental office, we...

31 Jul How to Soothe Tooth Sensitivity Naturally

Posted at 15:08h in Diet by Prescott Dentistry

Tooth sensitivity might be fleeting, but that doesn't mean it's not a cause for concern. It could just be thinning enamel due to age, but it could also be due to gum disease or tooth decay. If you have sensitive teeth, you should see a...

28 Jun Are You a Gardener? Grow These Herbs for Healthy Teeth

Posted at 20:30h in Diet, Holistic Dentistry by Prescott Dentistry

Did you know that many common garden herbs like mint, sage, and rosemary are good for your teeth? These herbs have antimicrobial properties that fight plaque and cavities, and they also contain antioxidants that fight inflammation and gum disease. If you’re a gardener, here are...

Some types of candy are better for your teeth than others: we rank five popular Easter candies from best to worst.

04 Apr Easter Candy and Your Teeth

Posted at 07:01h in Diet, Halloween by Prescott Dentistry

No matter which holiday we're celebrating, there always seems to be candy involved. There's Valentine candy, Easter candy, Halloween candy, and Christmas candy. But even though everyone knows that sugar is bad for your teeth, not everyone understands why. And even though candy is bad...

Worried about Halloween candy and cavities? These tips from our dentists will help your kids keep their teeth strong and healthy.

18 Oct Dental Tips for Parents: How to Have a Cavity-Free Halloween

Posted at 13:16h in Dental Hygiene Tips, Diet, Halloween, Kids by Prescott Dentistry

Halloween can be a dangerous time for teeth. As we all know, sugar causes cavities, but that doesn't mean you have to deny your kids the pleasure of trick-or-treat. Follow these tips to keep your kids smiling and cavity-free. Five Tips for a Cavity-Free Halloween 1: Avoid...

Many of the foods kids love will also cause cavities and gingivitis—check out this list of the best and worst foods for kids' teeth.

12 Jul What Are the Best and Worst Foods for Kids’ Teeth?

Posted at 06:42h in Diet, Kids by Prescott Dentistry

When you think about foods that are bad for kids' teeth, you probably think of things like Halloween candy or fast food. However, there are other culprits that are not so obvious. Many of the foods kids like best will cause cavities—and we're not just talking...

Probiotics and prebiotics are both good for your dental health. We explain how they work together to fight plaque naturally.

31 Oct Prebiotics, Probiotics, and Dental Health

Posted at 13:20h in Diet, Holistic Dentistry by Prescott Dentistry

You probably know that probiotics are good for your gut health, but did you know that they're good for your dental health, too? Probiotics fight plaque buildup as well as inflammation. They help prevent bad breath, cavities, and even gum disease. But sometimes probiotics need...

It's not easy to say whether kombucha is good or bad for your teeth. Its benefits might not outweigh its drawbacks—here’s why.

26 Sep Is Kombucha Good or Bad for Your Teeth?

Posted at 09:30h in Diet by Prescott Dentistry

When it comes to kombucha and dental health, it's a bit of a toss-up. Kombucha has its pros and cons, so it's not easy to say whether it's good or bad for your teeth. The health benefits of kombucha might not outweigh its drawbacks...

We compare the pros and cons of natural sweeteners and explain why honey is—and isn't—better for your teeth.

08 Aug Are Natural Sweeteners Like Honey Better for Your Teeth Than Sugar?

Posted at 14:56h in Diet by Prescott Dentistry

Unfortunately, just because a food is natural doesn't mean it's better for your teeth. Even though honey has some amazing healing properties, it also has a lot of sugar. To protect your dental health, it's better to go with sugar-free sweeteners like stevia or monk...

If you're thinking about trying intermittent fasting or starting a new diet, talk to a holistic dentist to find out how it might affect your teeth.

05 Jul How Intermittent Fasting and Other Trendy Diets Affect Your Teeth

Posted at 14:24h in Diet, Holistic Dentistry, Nutrition, wellbeing by Prescott Dentistry

We meet a lot of people who are enthusiastic about a trendy new diet they're trying. Most of us have at least one friend who swears by intermittent fasting or the Noom diet, or one who is passionate about eating only plants. But how does...