So you know all there is to know about cavities, eh? But have you ever really learned about them? Read on to fill your cavity knowledge. Dental cavities, which can be called dental caries or tooth decay, are spots on or between teeth where bacteria have decayed teeth and left holes. When you eat too many sugary foods, bacteria from... read more »

Even a small cavity can pose a serious threat to your oral health. When an area of tooth decay goes unrepaired for long enough, the bacteria that compromised the tooth enamel can quickly spread deep into the tooth. If the decay penetrates deep enough to affect the pulp or root of the tooth, Dr. Stephen T. McInerney might need to... read more »

Cavities are mostly attributed to children and individuals with poor dental hygiene. However, as you age, your mouth undergoes physical changes that leave it susceptible to cavities. Are you currently experiencing these changes? Youth doesn’t last forever, and neither does the enamel on your teeth. As you get older, that protective layer weakens, allowing plaque to get closer to the... read more »