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You brush, you floss, you see your dentist, but do you eat with your oral health in mind?
When it comes to nutrition and oral health, it’s not just the usual suspects like sugar that may be harmful. Some surprising—even healthy—foods can cause cavities, while others can help protect you from decay, gum disease, and even bad breath.
Black and green teas contain polyphenols, antioxidant plant compounds that prevent plaque from adhering to your teeth and help reduce your chances of developing cavities and gum disease. Tea also has potential for reducing bad breath because it inhibits the growth of the bacteria that cause the odor explains Christine D. Wu, PhD, and Dean of College of Dentistry, who has conducted several studies on tea and oral health and dental care. Many teas also contain fluoride (from the leaves and the water it’s steeped in), which helps protect tooth enamel from decay and promotes healthy teeth.
Vitamin C is the cement that holds all of your cells together, so just as it’s vital for your skin, it’s important for the health of your gum tissue, People who consumed less than 60 mg per day of C (8 ounces of orange juice or one orange contains more than 80 mg) were 25% more likely to have gum disease than people who took in 180 mg or more, according to a study of over 12,000 US adults conducted at the State University of New York University at Buffalo.
A handful of potato chips or even a whole wheat roll can be just as damaging to your teeth and gums as a chocolate chip cookie. All carbohydrates break down into simple sugars, which are ultimately converted by bacteria in the mouth into plaque, a sticky residue that is the primary cause of gum disease and cavities. Carb-based foods such as breads and crackers tend to have “a chewy, adhesive texture,” making it easier for them to get caught between teeth or under the gum line, where bacteria can then accumulate.
To floss properly, wrap your floss tightly against your tooth and gently slide up and down under the gumlines two to three times. If bleeding occurs, this is most likely due to gingivitis or gum disease. When flossing daily, the bleeding associated with mild to moderate gingivitis usually discontinues after approximately two weeks. If you just can’t stand flossing, try an oral irrigator. Studies show that oral irrigators may actually be more effective than floss. Plus they’re a lot more convenient to use.
Smoking causes staining to the teeth, which makes a smile dingy. The stain from smoke is sometimes a superficial stain that can be polished off, but it can also soak deep into the enamel.Smoking also inhibits healthy gums, allowing the gums to recede and develop large pockets around the teeth. This causes the teeth to appear longer and have dark spaces between them. Smoking also makes it very difficult to reverse gum disease.
You get what you pay for, and when it comes to toothbrushes its no different. Top of the line electric toothbrushes are clinically shown to remove more plaque and achieve healthier gums than standard manual toothbrushes. Many now feature modes for whitening and sensitive teeth. The toothbrush bodies are made to last for years, while the heads can be changed out routinely, or for sharing among family members.
Dental conditions never correct themselves on their own. Tooth decay if left untreated can easily transform a small cavity into a large tooth abscess. Where a tiny filling may have been all that was needed, it may now require a root canal and a crown.
It can take several days before you start to notice changes from whitening or improved oral hygiene. While these changes don’t come overnight, they are certainly worth the time and effort. A brighter smile can take years off of your appearance.
