A missing tooth can put you at risk for dental problems and compromise your facial structure. Dental implants offer a safe, permanent, and ideal solution to your tooth gap.
Do you have a bit of a sweet tooth? Is that afternoon candy bar your must-have guilty pleasure, or do you prefer to grab a bag of dried fruit instead? You probably already know that what you consume affects your physical health and how the mad rush of convenient eating makes for some unhealthy food choices.
It is equally true that what you eat impacts your oral health. Let’s look at four natural foods that are both good to eat and help to improve your overall oral health.
HOW DOES FOOD AFFECT YOUR ORAL HEALTH?
Everything you eat interacts with the saliva and bacteria in your mouth. Sugary, acidic foods are quickly converted into enamel-destroying acids. The more often you eat and leave this acidic film behind, the more vulnerable your teeth are to decay.
NATURAL FOODS THAT MAY HELP IMPROVE YOUR ORAL HEALTH
WHAT ELSE CAN YOU DO?
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