{"id":891,"date":"2016-06-22T15:01:34","date_gmt":"2016-06-22T15:01:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.libertyvilledentist.com\/PlottingwithPotts\/?p=891"},"modified":"2022-08-11T11:09:52","modified_gmt":"2022-08-11T16:09:52","slug":"the-best-and-worst-foods-that-promote-dental-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/libertyvilledentist.com\/PlottingwithPotts\/2016\/06\/22\/the-best-and-worst-foods-that-promote-dental-health\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best and Worst Foods That Promote Dental Health"},"content":{"rendered":"

Regular brushing, flossing and checkups rid your mouth of plaque and keep periodontal disease at bay. Best guess. This isn\u2019t new or earth-shattering information. Especially if you subscribe to this blog regularly or Like us on Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\n

But, what about what you\u2019re putting in your body. And more importantly, what are you chewing with your teeth?<\/p>\n

You are what you eat.<\/h2>\n

Research finds that certain foods promote oral health. Alternatively, certain foods contribute to tooth decay, enamel erosion and periodontal disease. Boo. Hiss.<\/p>\n

Use this list of the best and worst offenders to improve the health of your mouth.<\/p>\n

The best and worst foods that promote dental health<\/h2>\n

Dental health winners<\/h3>\n

Dairy Products<\/h4>\n

Milk, yogurt and cheese isn\u2019t only good for your bones. The calcium in dairy products replaces the minerals your teeth loose from eating other foods.<\/p>\n

Fruits and Vegetables<\/h4>\n

Foods rich in fiber\u2014like fruits and veggies\u2014stimulate saliva flow defending against cavities and gum disease.<\/p>\n

Teas<\/h4>\n

Green and black tea contain polyphenols that kill or suppresses bacteria, preventing them from becoming tooth-attacking acid.<\/p>\n

Fluoride<\/h4>\n

In addition to being commonly found in drinking water, foods such as poultry, seafood and powered cereals contain fluoride. Fluoride interferes with the process of tooth decay.<\/p>\n

Dental health losers<\/h3>\n

Sticky Candy and Sugary Treats<\/h4>\n

This is a bit of a no brainer. Sugar stuck to your teeth erodes your teeth and eventually leads to cavities and bone loss.<\/p>\n

Starchy Foods<\/h4>\n

Bread, potato chips, French fries and popcorn stick to your teeth and are often missed when brushing.<\/p>\n

Carbonated Soft Drinks<\/h4>\n

Soft drinks are doubly-dangerous. In addition to being high in sugar, they contain phosphoric and citric acids that erode enamel.<\/p>\n

Food and Drinks That Cause Dry Mouth<\/h4>\n

Alcohol and medicines remove saliva, which cleans and protects your teeth. Fluoride rinse or fluoride gel may help, if you\u2019re undergoing long-term pharmacological treatments.<\/p>\n

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Combine this list of foods that promote dental health with good dental hygiene habits for a healthy smile.<\/p><\/div>\n

Yes, crowns, fillings and whitening products can treat declining dental health. Prevention is easier and cheaper. Your diet makes a big difference when it comes to a healthy smile.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Regular brushing, flossing and checkups rid your mouth of plaque and keep periodontal disease at bay. Best guess. This isn\u2019t new or earth-shattering information. Especially if you subscribe to this blog regularly or Like us on Facebook. But, what about what you\u2019re putting in your body. 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