Many patients ask about how to prevent decay and cavities. It’s very important to prevent too much sugar or acidity in your diet ie make sure you dont eat too many sweets,cakes or drink too many fizzy drinks. Everything in moderation is ok, but in addition, the simple act of chewing sugar free gum after food helps  reduce the damaging effects of sugar or acidity in the diet. We regularly give out free  samples of sugar free gum to our patients to help develop good habits of dental care.