Throughout her career in dentistry, Dr. Ghasaq Al-Bakkal has endeavored to help her patients achieve optimal oral health. In her current practice, Belmont Dental Clinic of Ontario, Dr. Ghasaq Al-Bakkal offers preventative care advice as part of each patient's treatment plan.
Cavities form when the acid in food reacts with and erodes the minerals in tooth enamel. As these minerals disappear, the enamel becomes weaker and eventually wears away, leaving a cavity behind. While cavities are permanent and cannot be cured at home, patients can stave off the appearance of cavities by addressing dental health on a daily basis and by receiving regular dental care.
Experts suggest that patients brush twice a day at a minimum and preferably after every meal. Authorities such as the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Mayo Clinic suggest using toothpaste with fluoride to strengthen tooth enamel. Patients can also reduce their risk of by limiting acidic and sugary foods, particularly before bedtime, and by snacking only in moderation. Some patients at risk of cavities may choose additional protection in the form of sealants, a plastic coating that dentists can apply to protect the grooves present in back teeth.
Cavities form when the acid in food reacts with and erodes the minerals in tooth enamel. As these minerals disappear, the enamel becomes weaker and eventually wears away, leaving a cavity behind. While cavities are permanent and cannot be cured at home, patients can stave off the appearance of cavities by addressing dental health on a daily basis and by receiving regular dental care.
Experts suggest that patients brush twice a day at a minimum and preferably after every meal. Authorities such as the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Mayo Clinic suggest using toothpaste with fluoride to strengthen tooth enamel. Patients can also reduce their risk of by limiting acidic and sugary foods, particularly before bedtime, and by snacking only in moderation. Some patients at risk of cavities may choose additional protection in the form of sealants, a plastic coating that dentists can apply to protect the grooves present in back teeth.