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Understanding the threats to our teeth is crucial to keeping them healthy. The primary culprits for tooth loss are decay (cavities) and periodontal disease. Tooth decay is the gradual breakdown of the tooth’s enamel. Periodontal disease attacks the gum tissue, ligaments, and bone that support the teeth.

Here’s a holiday buying guide to help you weigh the pros and cons of giving a high-tech dental product.

Need to find a way to sneak some healthier options into your children’s Christmas stockings this year? Here are six fun stocking stuffers to help kids keep their teeth and mouths healthy.

While you or your kids are enjoying this holiday season, try to keep in mind just how much sugar is in those holiday drinks (even Santa’s glass of milk!) – and remember these three easy tips to protect against tooth decay this holiday season:

You spend a lot of time using toothpaste. If you're diligent about brushing for the recommended two minutes twice a day, you'll spend 24 hours brushing your teeth every year! But in all that time, have you ever stopped to investigate the contents of the tube? The ingredients list can be long and full of terms you're likely not familiar with. Let us interpret for you.

A delicious recipe for 7 layer dip!

Did you know that most foods we eat contain some form of sugar? We can’t avoid it. Milk contains sugar, but we want our children to drink it because calcium builds strong bones and teeth. Fruits also contain sugar, but they provide many important vitamins and minerals that keep us healthy.

The key to better oral health is preventive care. That’s why Delta Dental of Minnesota, along with your dentist, encourage regular dental visits to check for early signs of dental issues and to reinforce preventive care practices at home, like brushing and flossing. Dental insurance usually covers cleanings and exams at 100 percent so you can get important preventive care at no additional cost.