Seems like many Americans are constantly fighting weight gain. Studies have shown that many "FAD Diets" or gimmicks don't work, and, in the long run, may even be more harmful than good for your health! However, did you know that following a sensible diet of simply replacing those unhealthy sugar-laden snacks with healthier alternatives can have some unconsidered dental risks!
Many diets choose to substitute unhealthy carbs like breads with an increased consumption of fresh fruits. But did you know, that certain fruits are very acidic and can weaken the enamel coating of your teeth. The most acidic fruits are grapes, grapefruits and strawberries. Even apples are considered to top the list!
Next, salads are usually a mainstay for most healthy diet plans. But consider what you put in those salads. Salad dressings are filled with vinegar and sweeteners. These make a salad very acidic and can change the pH of your mouth from alkaline to acidic, which can put your smile at risk.
Finally, diet soda consumption seems to be considered a safe diet choice over sugared soda. However, all forms of diet soda have citric acid, which has been shown to dissolve tooth enamel. Calories may not be the only thing that Diet soda is reducing!
Eliminating healthy whole foods from your diet is not the goal, but to simply make you more informed and aware of the dental connection to the common food choices associated with dieting. Altering what you do after eating these foods, like rinsing your mouth with water to dilute the acid build-up, can help decrease the number on the scales while avoiding an increase in the number of cavities!
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Pregnancy is an exciting time as everyone anticipates the arrival of your new little one. We at Thomas Family Dentistry wanted to take this opportunity to provide you with some important information that pertains to your oral health during pregnancy. Just as the rest of your body changes, the amount of bacteria in your mouth also changes. Scientists don't fully understand all of the reasons why, but during pregnancy, your mouth is more susceptible to bacterial complications that could result in an increased risk for gingivitis or periodontal disease. What researchers do know is that the change in hormones creates a more favorable environment for gum infections and diseases while you are pregnant.