It’s old news that, if you want a healthier mouth, cutting down on refined sugars is a good start. However, this is not the only way to tailor your diet for superior oral health. There are important nutrients you should be looking out for in order to get the best out of your teeth and gums.
Make sure you’re getting enough of the following:
- Calcium: Your body uses calcium to rebuild damage in your teeth and bones. A lack of calcium leads to weakness in your teeth.
- Vitamin D: This vitamin is necessary for your body to absorb the calcium it needs to repair your teeth.
- Vitamin C: You need vitamin C to fight infections. Further, a lack of vitamin C is associated with loose teeth and weak gums.
Also, eating foods that are low in sugar and high in fiber, like vegetables, grains, and meats, serves to scrub your teeth as you chew.
You can learn more about how to maintain healthy teeth by talking to Meadow Creek Dental’s Issaquah dentist.
