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Dental Fluorosis: What You Should Know

Would you be surprised to hear that there are a number of steps you should take to keep your kid’s teeth healthy? For example, you may know that you should help your children keep their pearly whites clean. Brushing and flossing are also important to caring for your oral health, but have you heard that you should avoid giving your... read more »

Low pH Means High Acidity, Which Causes Tooth Decay

If a substance is said to have low pH, then that means the acidity is high. The lower the pH level, the higher the acidity. Thus, foods with very low pH levels are often more dangerous for your tooth enamel. For instance, sour candy has some of the lowest pH levels in the entire food and snack industry. Studies have... read more »

How Fluoride Affects Your Health

At Premier Dental Care in Indianapolis, Indiana, Dr. Marla Wilson and our team value the quality of healthcare we provide our patients all year round. When it comes to fluoride, there are health risks involved with fluoride exposure. Consider this, since 1997, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has mandated that all toothpaste which has fluoride include this warning on its packaging... read more »