Tooth Friendly Diet Recommendations
Here are some practical tooth friendly diet recommendations from the Australian Dental Association to keep your smile bright and your teeth healthy. It applies to children and adults of all ages.
Choose a low sugar diet
A diet low in sugar can help you to avoid tooth decay and pave the way for a healthy mouth. Sugar feeds the bacteria in your mouth, producing acid, which attacks your teeth, causing tooth decay. The effect of sugar on your teeth is profound.
To prevent tooth decay, the World Health Organization recommends adults consume less than six teaspoons of sugar per day.
Read food and drink labels
Keep an eye on sugar content of what you’re consuming by checking the nutrition label before buying food and drinks. Look for labels that report less than 10 grams of sugar per 100 grams.
Snacks
Avoid sweet, sticky, or chewy snacks and choose much healthier vegetables, nuts, or cheese instead.
Say no to sugary drinks
For tooth-friendly drinks, ditch the sugary drinks and choose water or milk. Drinking water after meals and sugary drinks helps to rinse the mouth and dilute the sugar and acids.
Choose tap water over bottled water. Tap water that contains fluoride can help strengthen and protect the enamel of your teeth, promoting overall oral health.
Brushing, flossing and dental checkups
And do not forget to brush twice each day and floss at least once. Visit your dentist regularly for a checkup to prevent problems and keep on smiling.
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By following these tips you’ll give yourself the best chance of maintaining strong and healthy teeth. To make an appointment, book online or contact us.
