What Foods are Good for Your Teeth?
You already know that brushing, flossing and regular cleanings are important if you want healthy teeth. But did you know that what you eat has an impact on your dental health, too? Here are 4 foods that are good for your teeth.
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Crispy, raw vegetables are great for your teeth. They’re full of fiber, so you have to chew them vigorously, which increases saliva.  | Fruit
One caveat: stay away from dried fruit. It has a high sugar content and is sticky, which can actually cause tooth decay. |
Some raw fruits, such as apples, are good for your teeth for the same reasons as veggies—their  | Cheese
Most cheeses are fairly high in fat, so don’t go overboard or you’ll have other adverse health effects. Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses are both good choices. |
Cheese is low in sugar and high in calcium, making it a great food for your teeth. It also has low acid content. The  | Yogurt
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Like cheese, yogurt is full of great Foods that are bad for your teeth
In addition to eating the good stuff, you should avoid the bad stuff. Some foods have a particularly negative effect on your dental health.
Sugary foods and beverages interact with the plaque in your mouth and the result is acid that breaks down the enamel on your teeth. The effect can last for up to 20 minutes after you eat. Sticky sweets, like caramels or taffy are even worse, because the food itself sticks to your teeth, prolonging the contact with plaque.
