What is Xylitol?
Xylitol is a natural, non-fermentable sweetener that helps correct PH imbalances in the mouth, which can lead to tooth decay and periodontal disease caused by bacteria. It is added to several different edible products that everyone will enjoy!
What can I do to relieve the pain from my baby’s teething? Your baby is irritable and sleepless, has red and swollen gums, is heavily drooling, and is constantly rubbing and biting his/her gums… Does this sound familiar? It’s possible that your baby may be teething. Teething is the process of an infant’s primary teeth erupting through the gum line, beginning typically around the age of six months to one year. Primary teeth are necessary for a baby to learn how to chew and to speak, and to create space in the jaw for the eruption of permanent teeth later on in life. Teething can be extremely painful and uncomfortable for infants. However there are several remedies available in order to relieve the pain and discomfort:
An important component to good oral health is your diet. Factors such as what you eat, and how often you eat will affect your oral health. Sugars and carbohydrates are converted into acid, and the acid attacks the enamel on your teeth. This is how cavities are created. Therefore there are foods that are good for your teeth, and there are many that aren’t.
Foods that are good for your teeth are:
– Chicken and other meats
– Cheese [Read more…]
