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Trident Xtra Care: Xylitol and ACP, Together Print E-mail
Written by Vu Le, DDS   
Trident Xtra Care: Xylitol + Recaldent (ACP) = our favorite gumWe've been waiting for a gum that combines the cavity fighting sweetener xylitol and the remineralizing power of amorphous calcium phosphate.  That wait is now over with Trident's new Xtra Care gum.   It's now our highest recommended chewing gum...with some reservations.
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Fluoride and Baby Formula Print E-mail
Written by Vu Le, DDS   

Fluoridated Water and Baby Formula Municipal Water District (MWD) of Southern California recently began fluoridating the drinking water. Some parents (and grandparents) have asked about using fluoridated tap water for baby formula. Here's our recommendations.

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Fruit Juice: More Calcium Equals Less Erosion Print E-mail
Written by Vu Le, DDS   

Calcium in fruit juices reduces erosion Calcium fortified fruit juices do significantly less erosive damage to your teeth, reports the American Dental Association. If your teeth are prone to erosion, pick one of the following calcium fortified juices.

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Bisphosphonates and Osteonecrosis Print E-mail
Written by Vu Le, DDS   
Bisphosphonates: Tell your Dentist if You're Taking themMany people are taking bisphosphonates (Actonel, Fossamax, Boniva) to treat osteoporosis, cancer and other conditions.  While safe in the vast majority of cases, in rare instances you can get a painful condition known as osteonecrosis in your jaws.  Basically, an area of bone tissue of the jaw starts dissolving itself.  Here's the symptoms you should watch out for, and what you should do at the dentist if you take bisphosphonates.
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Orange County Fluoridates Water Print E-mail
Written by Vu Le, DDS   
OC Fluoridating WaterThe Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is finally fluoridating the drinking water of much of Orange County.  Fluoride, in small amounts, strengthens enamel and prevents cavities.  The following water districts will be getting fluoride...
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