{"id":349,"date":"2017-03-23T22:34:54","date_gmt":"2017-03-23T22:34:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/?p=349"},"modified":"2017-03-23T22:34:54","modified_gmt":"2017-03-23T22:34:54","slug":"dentist-in-virginia-beach-va","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/dentist-in-virginia-beach-va\/","title":{"rendered":"Fighting Decay with Your Dentist in Virginia Beach, VA"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"WeYou may have heard that old myth that dog\u2019s mouths are cleaner than humans\u2026it may just be true if you don\u2019t keep up good oral hygiene! Our mouths are full of bacteria<\/a>\u2014both good and bad\u2014and it is extremely important to practice good hygienic habits to maintain healthy teeth and gums. If you neglect caring for your mouth and visiting your dentist in Virginia Beach, VA, you are risking your dental health. Smile by Design has the comprehensive preventive services your whole family needs to help all your loved ones reach optimal oral health.<\/p>\n

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Battle of Bacteria: Good vs. Bad<\/h1>\n

The easiest way to picture the balance of your dental health is by picturing a tug of war battle between the dangerous bacteria\u2019s in your mouth and the helpful composites. On one team, there\u2019s dental plaque that is consisted of harmful bacteria, unhealthy foods and drinks that contain high sugars and starches, and acids that are produced from processed foods. This harmful combination eats away at your tooth\u2019s outer layer: the enamel.<\/p>\n

On the other end of the rope, your mouth contains healthy minerals in your saliva (calcium and phosphate) to combat the evil bacteria in your mouth. As you can imagine, your natural saliva isn\u2019t enough. This is where your personal dental care comes in. By using fluoride enhanced toothpaste and mouthwashes along with flossing and brushing correctly, the good bacterial team stands a chance. This is a constant battle of losing and regaining minerals. If you don\u2019t keep tugging on the side of good dental health, your enamel will wear. This leaves your teeth vulnerable to cavities. It is important to remember that you play a key part in preventing tooth decay!<\/p>\n

Smile by Design Lends a Helping Hand<\/h1>\n

Have you ever seen a wrestling match where one partner \u201ctags\u201d another partner in? Picture your family dentist in Virginia Beach, VA to be your strong, dominating partner in your battle against bad bacteria. We provide regular dental checkups and cleanings for your whole family, even your little ones! By scheduling professional dental cleanings and checkups twice a year, you can expect to protect your teeth and gums in these ways:<\/p>\n