Dietary Advice

How Can Diet Affect Dental Health?

Everybody knows that eating too many sugary foods can increase the risk of tooth decay, but there are other factors that affect dental health. The times at which you eat certain foods can also make a real difference. Every time you eat something high in sugars or carbohydrates, your mouth becomes more acidic. If you like to snack frequently, then your teeth are exposed to these acids more often.

Choosing a Dental Friendly Diet

Your teeth and gums need plenty of vitamins and minerals to stay healthy and strong and to fight infection so it is important to have a balanced diet that includes plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables as well as dairy products and lean proteins. If you like to snack, choose calcium rich cheese, sugar-free yoghurt or crunchy fruits and vegetables.

Our friendly team at Dental Expressions can always provide you with more personalised dietary advice so please just ask us for help.