You've heard people tell you to say "cheese" when you are having a picture made, probably more times than you can count. However, there is another reason you should be saying "cheese"...or "YES" to eating cheese. A recent study showed that cheese increases dental plaque pH, but in this cause, the plaque increase isn't a bad thing. When you eat cheese, you increase the pH of the plaque on your teeth, and this creates a protective coating that may lower your risk of getting dental decay!The study concluded that cheese has anti-cavity properties. That isn't the only benefit, however. Another study found that cheese may give your teeth a protective coating that helps lessen enamel erosion caused by acidic foods, particularly from sugar-sweetened soft drinks! So although we encourage our patients to brush their teeth after eating, the one time that you don't want to do that, at least not immediately, is after eating cheese.
So don't just say cheese for pictures. If you want to have a happy, healthy and long-lasting smile, go for cheese. It's good for your bones, too! If you have any other dental questions or are in need of an appointment, call our office at 918-455-0123!
God Bless,
DRT
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