The Truth About Controlling Tooth Decay

Tooth decay is a DISEASE that virtually affects everyone.   It is important that you understand that tooth decay and gum disease cannot be eliminated,  but they can be minimized or controlled.  The level of both is primarily determined by the patient or person.  The dentist can help you,  but the oral and dietary habits you have AT HOME DAILY is the most critical factor.  What you do at home DAILY is more important than what the dentist does in the office twice a year at regular check-ups.  The dentist can help you, if you practice good oral and dietary habits routinely.   

The dentist has the obligation to give to the correct information and products to accomplish this goal.   The latest home care technology is the use of oral XYLITOL DAILY.   This recommendation is supported by scientific data over the last 20 years.   

Unfortunately,  the vast majority of dentists are not aware is this research.  The continue to recommend using Fluoride ALONE,  because that is recommendation they were taught in dental school many years ago.
Newer products like SILVER DIAMINE FLUORIDE (SDF) which can be applied in the dental office in a specific manner.  FLUORIDE VARNISH can be applied at home by the caregiver or parent wiht direction from the dentist or hygienist. Unfortunately, most dentists are NOT FAMILIAR  with these products, because they are new and have been clinically proven to be very effective in reducing tooth decay.  Your dentist should recommend either of them as an alternative to fillings.   

I hope that this truthful I formation is helpful to to and it will definitely save you money for extensive dental work.   

Yours for better oral health,   
Dr. Steve Branam