{"id":12592,"date":"2021-02-11T22:35:41","date_gmt":"2021-02-11T22:35:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.salvaggiodentistry.ca\/blog\/?p=12592"},"modified":"2025-10-07T19:45:37","modified_gmt":"2025-10-07T19:45:37","slug":"foods-to-eat-avoid-for-tooth-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.salvaggiodentistry.ca\/blog\/brampton-dentist\/foods-to-eat-avoid-for-tooth-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Foods To Eat & Avoid For Tooth Health"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n
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A large factor in the risk for cavities is the foods and drinks we consume regularly. Foods and beverages can be categorized into being either good or bad for the teeth, and unfortunately, more foods are bad for the teeth than foods that are good for the teeth. This categorization is not about the nutritional value of foods concerning the body’s overall health. The most vital factor is whether the food\/drink contains sugars or acids that are damaging to tooth surfaces. Let’s explore the relationship of certain types of foods and beverages on the health of the teeth.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Good Foods For Teeth (Not Health)<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Crunchy Fruits & Vegetables<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013<\/em>\u00a0Raw fruits and vegetables can help remove plaque and debris from the biting surfaces of teeth, thereby reducing the cavity risk. The fruits and vegetables act as a cleanser, cleaning away food particles when chewed. The best fruits to clean teeth are vegetables are raw apples, carrots and celery. On the other hand, bananas are cavity-causing because of their sugar content and texture.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Sugar-Free Gum<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013<\/em>\u00a0Gum can help cleanse the teeth as it pulls any food debris and plaque out of the biting surfaces. It is recommended to chew gum after consumption of any sugary or starchy foods. Always make sure the gum is sugar-free or sweetened with xylitol.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Cheese<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013<\/em>\u00a0Cheese, as strange as it may sound, actually helps the mouth return to a more neutral environment after consuming sugars and acids due to the cheese’s alkaline nature. It is sometimes recommended to consume a small cube of cheese after consumption of sugary or acidic foods.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Water<\/strong>\u00a0<\/em>\u2013 Drinking lots of water helps clear away food debris and keep salivary glands functioning properly, thereby reducing cavity risk.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Bad Foods For Teeth (Not Health)<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Soda<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013<\/em>\u00a0Soda is overly acidic and can also contain tons of sugar, making it one of the worst beverages for the teeth’ health. Soda consumption can lead to cavities, tooth demineralization, acid erosion and tooth sensitivity.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Chewy Sweets<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013<\/em>\u00a0Chewy sweets are the worst kind of sweets because they get stuck in the biting surfaces of teeth, extending the exposure time to sugar. Chewy candies include gummies, toffies, cookies and even dried fruit.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Citrus Fruits<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Although healthy, they can lead to acid erosion on tooth surfaces when consumed too frequently. Rinse your mouth with water after consumption of citrus fruits or fruit juices.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Refined carbohydrates<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 White bread, crackers and pasta contain a type of simple sugar that can lead to cavities. The sugars get turned into acids in your mouth, which attack your teeth, causing cavities. Try to reduce your consumption of this type of food.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

It is unnecessary to eliminate “bad foods” from your diet completely. Instead, reduce the consumption of them and take measures after you eat them to clean your teeth. If you have any questions about foods for teeth health, we encourage you to contact us today to schedule an appointment.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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