Helpful hints on preventing cavities and buildup of tarter /
calculus on your teeth:
Author: Janice G. Scott DDS
Author: Janice G. Scott DDS
What you eat not
only affects your health of your body but it also affects the health of your
teeth and gums. Do you have a sugared
coffee drink in the morning? Do you eat
oatmeal or process cereals? Do you get
your "fruit" in juice form or eat the whole fruit? All these things have a BIG effect on your
teeth!
The more
processed a food is, the more quickly that the bacteria (cavity bugs) can break
down the food and create an acid environment in your mouth and create more
plaque. More plaque means more calculus
or tarter on your teeth which can lead to more scraping at your cleaning. You also can have more bleeding gums as
calculus is porous and the live bacteria sit on the surface irritating the gums
causing bleeding gums and possibly bone loss. Also some foods are more acidic
than others. Teeth, enamel and the root surfaces, break down much faster in an
acid environment causing cavities.
So, make SMART CHOICES each time you choose your food. It will help your teeth and gums stay healthy and keep your body
healthier also. After having any food that is
acidic, drink water or rinse well with water. Spend time on your home care,
(brushing and flossing), for a healthier mouth and be sure to have regular
dental check-ups! And for KIDS, remember to brush 2 Minutes 2X A DAY!
http://2min2x.org/