Great foods for maintaining your oral health

There are some well known facts about the foods we eat and the impact these foods can have on our teeth, there are also some lesser known insights into some of these foods.

Traditionally there are certain foods that have been said to provide great benefits to your overall oral health. Foods high in calcium like cheese and nuts have always been at the forefront of our understanding of teeth friendly foods. What may surprise you are some of the dental health benefits of some of the other foods we eat.

Below is some everyday foods you may encounter which actually have some interesting oral health benefits.

Cheese

We have all known form an early age that cheese and other dairy products contain calcium which is not only good for your bones, but good for strengthening the enamel of your teeth. But eating cheese has been found to raise the pH levels in your mouth to help reduce the chances of tooth decay!

Leafy Greens

Leafy greens are low calorie, low in sugar and an important part of a balanced diet. Containing vitamins to help improve memory, skin, nails and reduce the risk of heart disease. Leafy greens also contain calcium to improve the health of your teeth.

Carrots

Carrots are great for stimulating movement of your jawbone. The jawbone plays an important role in your overall oral health, essentially being the frame for your entire mouth. Carrots are also high in fibre and assist in the production of saliva, great for rinsing your teeth of bacteria.

Strawberries

Sweet and vibrant strawberries are a delicious treat but did you know that they can help brighten your smile. Strawberries contain malic acid, which can actually help remove surface discolouration from your teeth.

All foods have an impact on our oral health both good and bad. To create a plan of what foods are suitable for you, schedule an appointment with one of our dentists today.