A Healthy Diet And Your Smile

Did you know that a healthy diet can improve your dental health? To promote healthy teeth and gums, reach for calcium-rich foods like fatty fish, cheese, yogurt and milk...along with fresh fruits and raw vegetables like apples, celery and carrots which can actually clean plaque from your teeth.

Since Vitamin C promotes gum health, incorporate plenty of kiwis into your diet. Just one large kiwi provides you with more than 100% of your Vitamin C needs for the day!  Hummus with a slice of fruit not only can tide you over until dinner, it can give your teeth the nutrients they need in order for your smile to last a lifetime.

It is never too late to reach for the healthy snack and avoid the foods that are high in carbohydrates. Foods high in carbs can stick to your teeth creating gum disease and dental decay. The longer these foods stay on the surface of your teeth the more susceptible you are for dental decay.

While reaching for an apple for an afternoon snack and a handful of nuts can keep your smile healthy, you’ll need to do more than just eat a healthy diet. For more information on how to keep your smile healthy, contact Dr. Denine Rice and her team today.