5 Foods for Good Oral Health

Good oral health is so important, but often overlooked. Some ways you can support good oral health go beyond brushing and flossing. What you eat and drink has an impact on your teeth and gums as well. Here are 5 things you can eat to promote fresh breath, and a healthy mouth.

Nuts

Fiber rich foods that are also nutrient rich, like a variety of nuts, can be beneficial to your teeth, keeping them cleaner and healthier, and helping your body be its healthiest too.

Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

The fiber in crisp fresh fruits and vegetables aid in keeping your teeth clean and healthy, and your breath fresher as well! Also, many of the nutrients such as calcium, and antioxidants such as vitamin C can help your gum health too!

Green Tea

Compounds in Green tea discourage bacteria from growing and encouraging plaque in your mouth. This can help encourage good oral health in a variety of ways, supporting both strong gums and teeth.

Milk, Yogurt, or Other Plain Dairy

Proteins in plain dairy can discourage plaque from hanging around on your teeth and gums. Minerals such as calcium can help encourage strong teeth and bones as well. Watch out for added sugar in flavored yogurts, opt for fresh fruit instead.

Sugarless Gum

Sugarless gum can aid in keeping your breath fresh and your teeth cleaner too. That nice feeling of sweet mint can stave off cravings for sweets, while helping maintain good oral health too!

Call our Gainesville Dental Office to make an appointment with a dentist who may be able to help you find out more about this topic, and improve your oral health.