Did you know your diet affects your teeth?
What you eat and drink has a huge effect on your overall health, and especially your oral health. You should incorporate a variety of fruits and vegetables, whole grains, calcium-rich foods, and lean protein into your meals. Ensure you also get enough vitamin C and minerals from your diet to keep your gums healthy and prevent inflammation.
A diet high in acidic or sugary foods or drinks can break down tooth enamel which causes tooth erosion.
Tooth erosion is permanent and you may start to notice it by feeling pain or sensitivity when consuming hot, cold or sweet drinks. Tooth erosion also shows up as yellowing teeth or cavities.
Unfortunately, once erosion has begun, you may need fillings, crowns, a root canal or even tooth removal. Veneers may also be an option to restore your smile.
If you enjoy drinking tea and coffee, fruit juices, red wine, soda, and other similar beverages, make it a habit to rinse your teeth after every cup. These drinks contain high acid and sugar content, so they can erode your teeth’s enamel and invite stains quickly.
We also recommend drinking as much water as possible throughout the day to flush your teeth and mouth.
As you age, you may also notice your teeth looking more yellowish as the enamel wears off. Thus, rinsing your teeth can help you avoid staining your teeth further and prevent possible damage
If you are suffering from tooth or mouth pain or you are unhappy with the colour of your teeth, contact our office in Kits office today to book an appointment.
