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Boca Raton, FL, March 06, 2018 --(PR.com)-- It's not a secret that sugar is bad for your teeth. But sugar
is not the only enemy of a healthy smile. While brushing twice daily and regular preventative visits to the
dentist will help keep your oral health in check, the foods you choose to eat and those you avoid,
contribute largely to the health of your teeth and gums.
On March 6th, National Dentist's Day, local dentists share the top foods that lead the charge in causing
cavities as well as foods that help prevent them. Some may come as a surprise.
Numerous studies have shown the link between soft drinks and tooth decay. In addition to the high sugar
content, these drinks are extremely acidic and eat away at the enamel of your teeth. These drinks will
cause cavities and erode teeth over time.
Candy:
Hard, sour, chewy - it doesn't really matter what kind of candy. The amount of sugar and acid in candy
will make your mouth a sweet place for bacteria to live and tooth decay to set in.
Dried Fruit:
It sounds healthy, but dried fruits are packed with sugar. Fresh is always best.
Lemons/Grapefruit:
These are the most acidic citrus fruits. While they're high in vitamins and have other health benefits,
moderating them in your diet is better for your teeth.
Apples:
An apple a day keeps the doctor away but it won't help you avoid the dentist. Apples are high in acid and
hard on the enamel of teeth.
“What goes in your mouth absolutely matters to your overall health and wellness, and it starts with the
first point of contact,” Sage Dentist Dr. Abigail Tubio said. “Good oral health does more than maintain a
bright smile. Caring for your teeth, being mindful of the foods you eat, brushing and seeing a dentist
regularly, helps to avoid greater health risks like cardiovascular disease, respiratory infections and
diabetes.”
In addition to avoiding certain foods that cause cavities, there are a number of foods that actually help
prevent them
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Top 5 Cavity Preventing Foods
Cheese:
The calcium in cheese helps put minerals back in your teeth and hardens enamel. Eating cheese after a
meal can help rid your mouth of acids left behind by other foods.
Brussels Sprouts:
High in Vitamin C, Brussels sprouts and other green leafy vegetables help maintain strong teeth and
gums.
Onions:
They don't smell great on your breath but onions are a powerful bacteria killer.
Fish:
Green tea:
The leaves of the Camilla sinensis plant in tea has been linked to preventing tooth decay due to its
anti-cavity properties, according to Kenyon College. (No sugar added). The compounds interact with
plaque and destroy harmful bacteria.
“There are at least 34 to 72 different strains of bacteria in your mouth. While only a few cause cavities
and gum disease, fighting those bacteria daily is crucial to your body's overall health and wellness,” Dr.
Tubio added.
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