News for the Ramstein, Kaiserslautern, Landstuhl & Baumholder military communities in Germany 
When the dental preventive team asks patients what they think causes cavities, most answer “sugar,” but this is not exactly accurate. Enamel, the outside structure of a tooth, is the strongest substance in the human body. So, what is the enemy destroying our pearly whites? The answer is acid.
As daylight gradually stretches longer into the evenings and homework time is soon replaced with outdoor sports, there are a few things which can dampen the magic and freedom of summertime. For example, knocking out a tooth or experiencing a concussion is a surefire way to spend time on the sidelines.
Since the beginning of the year, there have been over 400 births in the KMC! It is important to ensure those little bundles of joy are exposed to good oral health practices early.
Develop oral health practices with your baby early, and you will set in motion healthy dental habits that will last a lifetime.
Many parents have a difficult time determining when and how much dental care their children need throughout their development, however, the 86th Dental Squadron has tips to care for children’s teeth in order for them to maintain a beautiful, healthy smile.
The Ramstein Dental Clinic hosted the annual sports guard clinic July 20 on Ramstein.
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