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5 Foods That Are Good for Your Teeth

March 3, 2021 | Blog

Did you know that the foods you consume can have an effect on your oral health? Sugar and starch-filled foods can increase the bacteria in your mouth that can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. However, there are healthy foods that are good for your teeth. Here are five of them:

Apples

Apples along with other hard fibrous fruits are not only healthy but also a great natural oral care. Many call apples a natural toothbrush due to the increased salivation and decrease of cavity-causing bacteria that chewing the fibrous texture causes. Apples also contain Vitamin C that helps keep your gums healthy and less prone to disease.

Meat

While meats are full of nutrients such as iron and other vitamins they are also high in proteins. Foods that are high in protein such as meat can strengthen the enamel on teeth and improve bone density.

 

Also, due to the saliva chewing meat causes, it can decrease acid in your mouth and help remove particles of food that may be left in your mouth and could lead to decay.

 

Milk and Cheese

Dairy food such as milk and cheese are high in calcium which has great benefits. Overall, calcium helps build and strengthen bones in your body so when it comes to your teeth it can strengthen your jawbone, maintain bone density and harden enamel. So, when it comes to drinks that are good for oral health, milk is a close second to water.

 

Cheese specifically contains casein which is a protein that helps toughen tooth enamel. It also can help balance the pH levels in your mouth and the saliva created while chewing it can help get rid of bacteria.

 

Carrots and Celery

Hard vegetables such as carrots and celery are a good workout for your teeth. By chewing these it will massage your gums and clean your teeth. Also, during this process, it will produce saliva that can help get rid of harmful bacteria.

 

Nuts

Nuts such as almonds, cashews and peanuts are helpful to your teeth due to minerals found in them such as calcium and phosphorus. This means they can help fight bacteria left in your mouth that might cause tooth decay and the calcium it offers will help strengthen your teeth and gums.

While these supplement foods can be helpful to your oral care, it is important to keep an overall healthy lifestyle. This includes regular visits to your dentist which Gulf Coast Dental can provide. To see all services we offer and to schedule your visit contact us today.

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