{"id":1725,"date":"2020-01-09T18:21:00","date_gmt":"2020-01-09T18:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.adc4smiles.com\/blog\/?p=1725"},"modified":"2020-02-25T18:21:37","modified_gmt":"2020-02-25T18:21:37","slug":"smarter-snacks-dentist-in-crown-point","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.adc4smiles.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/smarter-snacks-dentist-in-crown-point\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose Smarter Snacks for Healthy Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Pretty much everyone knows how to eat healthy foods for the\nsake of keeping their weight down. But do you know how to eat in a way that\nbenefits the health of your teeth? While they might seem similar, there are a\nfew key differences. To protect your teeth from the dangers of high sugar\nconsumption, it\u2019s important to make smart choices when selecting what foods to\neat. Here are a few tips from a dentist<\/a> in\nCrown Point to keep in mind when trying to eat a mouth-healthy diet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why Is Sugar Bad for Your Teeth?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Like any warm, moist environment, your mouth is teeming with\nbacteria. Some of these bacteria form a sticky film on your teeth called\nplaque. When you consume sugar, the bacteria in plaque feast on these sugars\nand leave behind an acidic waste product. These acids are strong enough to erode\nyour tooth enamel, which is what causes cavities. However, if you don\u2019t eat\nmuch sugar, bacteria don\u2019t have enough opportunity to produce the acid that\neats away at your enamel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Can You Snack Smarter to Prevent Tooth Decay?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Besides the amount of sugar in your food, there are a couple\nof things you have to consider when choosing a snack:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Often You Eat Sugary Snacks <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Every time you consume something sugary, harmful acids form\nin your mouth. It takes your saliva about 20 minutes to neutralize these acids.\nAs a result, the more times you eat sugar, the more fuel you\u2019re providing for\nthe bacteria in your mouth to cause tooth decay. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Texture of the Food <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Foods that are chewy or gooey are more likely to stick\naround on your teeth compared to foods you quickly chew and swallow. Since these\ntreats stay attached to your teeth for longer, they give bacteria plenty of\ntime to gobble up the sugars and leave behind destructive waste. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Are Some Healthy Snack Options?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The next time you get a hunger pang in between meals, put\naway the candy and instead reach for something low-fat like fresh fruits, raw\nveggies, or whole-grain crackers or bread. Milk and other dairy products like\ncheese are also great choices because they\u2019re rich in calcium and phosphates\nthat strengthen teeth. Seeds, nuts, and lean meats also contain vitamins that\nyour teeth and gums need to thrive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To ensure your mouth stays cavity-free, keep your consumption\nof sugary foods and beverages to a minimum. Eat a variety of healthy foods from\nall the groups of the food pyramid. Lastly, be sure to floss and brush with fluoride\ntoothpaste every day! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr.\nDanny Hayes<\/a> has been practicing dentistry for 14 years and counting. He has\npursued post-graduate education opportunities in a variety of areas of\ndentistry, such as cosmetics, dental implant placement and restoration, oral\nconscious sedation, and laser dentistry. His favorite part of the job is helping\npatients overcome their dental fears. To learn more about how to maintain a\nmouth-healthy diet, visit\nDr. Hayes\u2019 website.<\/a> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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