Hello friends of Designer Smiles in Fargo! In today’s article, we are talking about nutrition. There is nothing that impacts your dental health and smile as much as your eating habits. Develop good eating habits and your teeth will thank you.
1. Rinse after eating
Rinse your mouth with a swish of water or brush your teeth after meals. People who snack all day long subject their teeth to sugars and food debris. Planned meals with brushing in between keeps your oral health on top.
2. Skip sugary gum
Sugar free gum doesn’t leave sugar to break down on your teeth and jeopardize your hard earned healthy gums. If you are gum chewer, do your smile a favor and go sugarless.
3. Avoid sticky foods
Sticky foods have a habit of clinging to your teeth, which puts you at risk of decay. Toffee, gummy candy, fruit snacks, even excessive dried fruit can be ill-advised for smiles. Brushing doesn’t always get rid of the obstinate particles, so remember to floss after eating sticky items.
4. Consume nutritious foods
A balanced diet with a variety of vitamins and minerals can keep the immune system durable and able to fight infection.
5. Say ‘cheese!’
Cheese contains calcium and protects teeth from acid that weakens tooth enamel. (It’s important not to go overboard as cheese is high in fat.)
6. Avoid acidic foods
Acid will eat away enamel over time: lemons, red wine, soda pop. Limit direct, constant, consistent exposure. All things in moderation.
If you have concerns about enamel damage that’s already taken place on your teeth or need help with crooked, chipped, or missing teeth, call us at Designer Smiles in Fargo. We’ll answer your questions about general and cosmetic dentistry, and whatever dental health questions you have. Make an appointment with us today.
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701-298-9400
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3525 25th St S
Fargo, North Dakota
58104
