by alandental | Apr 11, 2022 | The sugar challenge
Xylitol is an amazing naturally occurring sugar. It was first found and isolated in wood products. We’ve grown a bit since then and now it is commercially harvested from mainly corn cobs and birch. Xylitol is considered a sugar alcohol since it has five carbons...
by alandental | Mar 28, 2022 | Articles, The sugar challenge
Is sugar the culprit of your cavities? More than likely, you’ve been told your entire life that sugar is bad for your teeth. And while it’s true that excessive sugar can be damaging to your dental health, it is still essential to most diets (in moderation,...
by alandental | Mar 21, 2022 | Articles, The sugar challenge
The seven stages of sugar withdrawal With addictiveness similar to cocaine, quitting sugar can come with a host of not-so-fun withdrawal symptoms. But before you give up on giving up, these steps can prepare you for what to expect when you decide to cut out sugar. And...
by alandental | Mar 14, 2022 | Articles, The sugar challenge
Oral health and sweets Everyone knows eating too much sugar can lead to tooth decay, but few are aware of exactly how that happens. It’s not the sugar itself that does the damage, but rather the chain of events that takes place after you eat that piece of cake....
by alandental | Mar 11, 2022 | Articles, The sugar challenge
SIGNS OF SUGAR ADDICTION Sugar is downright addictive stuff. It’s no wonder many of us find it SO tough to shake its hold on us. But tough doesn’t have to mean unachievable. In fact, with a little support and self-awareness, you can slay your dependency on...
by alandental | Mar 4, 2022 | News, The sugar challenge
How to eat sugar and avoid cavities The truth is, sugar exposure only causes tooth decay when the mouth has an abundance of cavity-causing bacteria that can process that sugar into enamel demineralizing acids and/or sugar is consumed in large amounts frequently...
