Category: Salt Lake Dentists
September 21, 2018
Sugars And Sweets Lead To Tooth Decay
Tooth decay can result from the consumption of sugar. Brushing your teeth and rinsing after meals can reduce the amount of decay, but continued sugar consumption increases the rate and severity of tooth decay. It is important to understand why…
August 8, 2018
Does Fluoride Work?
Fluoride – It Works A few years ago I spoke at a parents group about oral healthcare for kids. Not long after my lecture, and even briefer demonstration of how to teach kids to properly brush and floss, I saw…
July 8, 2018
Oral Health Benefits of Staying Hydrated
By staying hydrated With warm days ahead, how much water will you drink to stay hydrated? How much you need depends on your activities and the temperature you are in. The rule of 8- 8 ounce glasses may not be…
January 2, 2018
A January hello from Funk Dental!!!
With flu season continuing into January, it is more important than ever to drink a lot of fluids, get plenty of rest and eat healthy. If you do get cold symptoms, how do you know if you have a serious…
September 8, 2017
Keeping a Healthy Smile
The elimination of bacteria in the mouth, while sounding like a good goal, is not a realistic one. There are good bacteria in the mouth that aid in the digestion process, and bacteria that are destructive when present in too…
