Meet John, a 45-year-old man from California, who has a sweet tooth—eating candy three times a day. He brushes his teeth three times daily to "prevent damage," but is that enough to save his teeth from decay?

What will happen to John’s teeth in five years if he continues this habit? We consulted dentists to analyze his risks, potential damage, and whether his brushing routine can offset the harm.

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• Age: 45

The Instant Noodle Dilemma: A National Health and Dental Crisis in the Making. The prevalence of instant noodles on Filipino tables is undeniable. For millions of below-income and middle-class families, it is a cornerstone of daily and weekly meals due to its extreme affordability, convenience, and long shelf life. However, this dietary habit, born out of necessity, has severe repercussions for the nation's overall health and, specifically, the dental health of its population.

Having high melatonin levels at age 43 could be due to several factors, and while melatonin itself doesn’t directly harm your teeth, some related conditions or behaviors might affect your oral health. Here’s what you should know:

Possible Reasons for High Melatonin at 43:

1. Natural Variation – Some people naturally produce more melatonin.

2. Sleep Disorders – Insomnia or irregular sleep patterns can sometimes lead to elevated melatonin.

The End of Enamel Erosion? A Revolutionary Gel from the UK is Set to Redefine Filipino Dentistry

For decades, the central, unchangeable truth in dentistry has been this: tooth enamel, once lost, is gone forever. We’ve built our entire preventive care model around this fact—using fluoride, sealants, and patient education to slow the erosion, because we could never reverse it.

Until now.