As a matter of fact what you eat does matter as far as keeping your teeth and gums healthy. Eating foods that are high in carbohydrates and starch can make you more prone to tooth decay and gum disease. By comparison, other types of foods help promote healthy teeth and gums.
Processed sugar makes the body produce plaque acids that wear down tooth enamel. When the enamel wears down, cavities can form. Simply eliminating candy and sodas from your diet will help a lot.
The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends eating balanced diets that contain healthy foods, such as:
Fruits and vegetables. Half of each meal should consist of a combination of fruits and vegetables.
Grains. Whole grains are the best for you, such as oatmeal, whole wheat bread and brown rice.
Dairy. Eat low-fat or fat free dairy foods including milk, cheese and yoghurt.
Protein. Eat lean proteins that include skinless poultry, fish, lean beef, eggs, beans, peas and legumes. Eat at least 8 ounces of seafood a week.
According to a study reported by EurekAlert, eating cheese raises the ph in your mouth and there are chemicals in cheese that tend to coat and protect teeth from the acids that lead to tooth decay. When the ph in your mouth is above 5.5, your teeth are not susceptible to tooth decaying agents.
At Hutto Hippo Family Dental, we share the same goal as you do — having health teeth and gums. Whenever we can, we’re glad to provide you with information that helps you incorporate preventative dental care habits.
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