Advice from Your Denver Dentist: Foods to Feed Your Smile
Watch what you put in your mouth. The foods you eat affect whole-body health and weight issues, but they also impact your risk for develop gum disease, tooth decay, and sensitive teeth - and even oral cancer.
- Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss for American adults and has been linked to increased potential for heart attack, stroke, diabetes complications, and a list of health problems.
- Cavities ruin teeth. Also called dental caries, tooth decay is the second most common health disorder next to the common cold.
- Sensitive teeth are painful. It’s not surprising that people with sensitive teeth don’t brush regularly - because it hurts.
For a good smile, stay away from bad foods, and it won’t get ugly… (more…)