Broken bones and cut skin can heal over time, but unfortunately, your teeth can’t regenerate the same way. Once they are damaged, you need the help of a dentist to fix them. However, by making healthy choices, you can preserve your natural teeth. Natural and Cosmetic dentistry can help. Our practice in Clearwater can guide you with tips on keeping teeth strong and healthy with proper nutrition.
Mindful eating is crucial
There is a strong link between periodontal disease and low levels of essential vitamins in your diet. If you are not eating enough fruit and vegetables, your gums and other tissues in your mouth will weaken. Foods high in probiotics can help keep cavity-forming bacteria in check.
Calcium and phosphorus are critical for maintaining a healthy bone density and protecting the enamel on your teeth from breaking down. If you don’t get enough potassium in your diet, your blood pH will be too low, leaching calcium from your teeth and jaw bone.
Of course, even healthy food can be harmful. If you frequently snack, brushing your teeth twice a day isn’t enough. As soon as the bacteria in your mouth find food, they will lower your mouth’s pH and eat away at your enamel.
Be wary of foods that harm your teeth
A diet that is high in sugar and low in nutrition will make protecting your teeth difficult. It is particularly true with candy that sticks to your teeth and stays in your mouth for long periods. Juice and sugary sodas will give plaque-forming bacteria plenty of food to thrive. Coffee and tea are acidic and can weaken your tooth enamel. Alcoholic beverages deplete your body’s vitamins.
As you age, your teeth will get more fragile. Hard and chewy foods are rough on your teeth. Instead of biting directly into an apple or raw carrots, slice them up into bite-size pieces and take smaller bites to avoid damaging your teeth.
Dr. Beata A. Carlson and her associates can help educate you on the best diet to protect your teeth and help you avoid costly and painful dental procedures. Contact us today at 727-888-6523 to set up an appointment and learn more about how to keep strong and healthy teeth in Clearwater, Fl.
