Does your family have cavities? Bacteria are the cause.

Treat the bad bacteria with new technology at Gladstone Family Dentistry.

Cavities are caused by an infection of acid producing bacteria on the teeth. The bacteria are transmissible and often affect entire families. Brushing and flossing regularly is not enough to restore health after bacteria have colonized. New research and development has produced products that have the power to inexpensively and painlessly test for and treat the bacteria that cause cavities.

Brushing, flossing, regular dental care, and an effective diet are all good measures for cavity prevention. But, new scientific studies show that cavities are not necessarily caused by sugar consumption and poor dietary and cleaning habits, but by a group of acid producing bacteria. Once a patient is infected, good oral care habits may not be enough to stop the bacteria. Often the bacteria spread to other members of the household.

Do you have the “cavity bacteria”? Find out in less than a minute! The new technology includes a simple and painless one minute screening test that allows your dental professional to quickly identify an infection of cavity producing bacteria by simply swabbing your teeth.

If an elevated bacteria level is detected, we may prescribe products that can stop the infection and kill the bad bacteria in as little as 30 days and often costs less than a single filling. Treating your family could save money as well as prevent unnecessary pain and tooth loss. Early detection and treatment means less drilling, less shots, and less pain.

Contact Gladstone Family Dentistry at 503-657-3077 to schedule a simple and painless one minute screening test to protect yourself and your family.