At New Image Dentistry, we know that there are so many questions about your teeth and you may forget to ask your dentist. So we asked Dr. Blourchian to share industry secrets about your pearly whites. Which foods and drinks are actually healthy for my teeth?
Well, an apple or sugar free gum can cleanse the teeth for you. And any drink that has fluoride and no sugar (like tap water) is good also. Beside that dentists are mainly concerned with foods--and especially drinks--that can harm your teeth.
Can hard candies or hard mints cause damage to my teeth?
Yes, they sure can crack or break your teeth! Especially if you have large silver fillings.
Is sugar-free gum good for my teeth, or can it still cause cavities?
It is good for your teeth, because it does not have sugar and it stimulates salivary flow, which cleanses the teeth. However, if you have TMJ problems, you don't want to chew gum.
Does alcohol have an effect on the health of my teeth?
No.
Are spicy or acidic foods bad for my teeth?
Yes they dissolve the minerals in your enamel, causing sensitivity and weakness of teeth. If it becomes a habit, you will actually lose enamel!
Hope these pointers help. Stay tuned for next week, we'll have Dr. Blourchian cover even more topics!
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