{"id":466,"date":"2016-03-05T15:11:31","date_gmt":"2016-03-05T15:11:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/?p=466"},"modified":"2016-03-30T00:44:47","modified_gmt":"2016-03-30T00:44:47","slug":"family-dentist-waco-tx-nutrition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/family-dentist-waco-tx-nutrition\/","title":{"rendered":"Want Healthy Teeth? Eat These 5 Foods"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"familyWant healthier teeth and gums this year? Sure you do — and what you eat plays a big role in your oral health. As your <\/span>family dentist<\/span><\/a> in Waco TX, we\u2019re here to help you prevent dental decay and infection. With that in mind, we\u2019ve compiled this list of the top five foods for good oral health! Keep reading to learn how you can eat well for the benefit of your smile.<\/span><\/p>\n

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#1: Milk<\/span><\/h3>\n

You know milk is good for your bones — and the same goes for your mouth, too. Calcium helps build strong teeth and a stable jawbone, but even after you\u2019re finished growing, the mineral is necessary for prevention of tooth decay. If you suspect you\u2019re not getting enough calcium, try adding it to your diet naturally with fresh items like milk, salmon, kale and spinach. Consult your doctor before taking a calcium supplement. <\/span><\/p>\n

#2: Oranges<\/span><\/h3>\n

Vitamin C is crucial for strong teeth and healthy gums. Sure, the acid in oranges and other citrus fruits can damage enamel when consumed in large amounts, but one piece of fruit is enough to get the recommended daily value of vitamin C — and that goes far in preventing gingivitis and periodontal disease. Stock up on oranges, grapefruit and tangerines for better oral health. <\/span><\/p>\n

#3: Celery<\/span><\/h3>\n

Aside from being nutritious, crunchy celery can also help to remove the bacteria that cause plaque and tartar. Crisp fruits and vegetables like celery — think apples, pears, lettuce and carrots — provide nutrients for your body at the same time as they act as a cleaning agent for your teeth and gums. That means fresher breath as well as a healthier mouth.<\/span><\/p>\n

#4: Whole wheat bread<\/span><\/h3>\n

Whole grains provide a range of nutrients for your teeth and gums, but that\u2019s not the only reason you should make sure you choose whole wheat bread. Studies show refined grains can actually damage the structures that make up a healthy mouth. When choosing bread, pasta and other grained items at the store, make sure you\u2019re choosing only items that say whole wheat.<\/span><\/p>\n

#5: Water<\/span><\/h3>\n

Ok, it\u2019s not a food — but we\u2019ll count it anyway. Hydration keeps your mouth healthy by producing the saliva that washes away harmful bacteria and acids, so sip on water throughout the day to make sure your mouth stays well-hydrated. (Investing in a reusable water bottle can help you remember to drink to your oral health.)<\/span><\/p>\n

Excellent oral hygiene is simple!<\/span><\/h3>\n

In addition to maintaining a healthy diet, prevent tooth decay by brushing your teeth for two minutes, at least twice a day, flossing daily and visiting the dentist for twice-annual checkups and cleanings. Doing so can help you enjoy a happy, healthy smile for years to come!<\/span><\/p>\n

When was your last visit to Premier Family Dental? <\/span>Contact us<\/span><\/a> to schedule your appointment today!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Want healthier teeth and gums this year? Sure you do — and what you eat plays a big role in your oral health. As your family dentist in Waco TX, we\u2019re here to help you prevent dental decay and infection. With that in mind, we\u2019ve compiled this list of the top five foods for good […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[102,63,99,100,103,101,92,4],"class_list":["post-466","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-general-dentistry","tag-diet","tag-dr-cofer","tag-family-dentistry","tag-foods","tag-nutrition","tag-oral-health","tag-oral-hygiene","tag-premier-family-dental"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/466","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=466"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/466\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":469,"href":"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/466\/revisions\/469"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=466"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=466"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=466"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}