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To help prevent tooth decay and cavities certain measures can be taken to help strengthen your teeth:

Eat Healthy: Follow a healthy diet and avoid sugary foods and drinks that feed the bacteria in your mouth.

Fluoride Toothpaste: Brush regularly with a fluoridated toothpaste. One of the best ways to prevent mineral loss from the tooth or demineralization and help the replacement process or remineralization is by using toothpaste that contains fluoride. Fluoride helps prevent cavities by slowing the breakdown of enamel and speeding up the remineralization process. The new enamel that will form is harder and more resistant to acid. Many scientific studies over a long period of time have proven this to be one of the most effective ways to prevent tooth decay.

Daily Flossing: Floss daily to help remove plaque and food particles from the spaces between your teeth where a toothbrush can’t reach. This helps promote healthy teeth as well as healthy gums.

Regular Checkups: Schedule regular visits with your dentist, approximately every six months, for a routine cleaning and exam.

Change Your Toothbrush: Remember to change your toothbrush when it looks worn, or every three months, because the newer the bristles, the more plaque the brush is able to remove.

Sealants: The deep grooves and pits in some teeth, such as molars, can also be trouble spots for decay. One way to prevent this type of decay is to have your dental team paint a shaded plastic material called a pit and fissure sealant on these areas. Once the sealant hardens, it acts as a barrier protecting the tooth surface from plaque and acids.

Fluoride Supplements: Fluorides also play a significant role in preventing decay. By adding fluoride to your water or including a fluoride rinse in your daily oral routine, you can help better protect your teeth from cavities and bacteria. Fluoride supplements are also available and can help keep your mouth clean and healthy.

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