Good Diet = Healthy Teeth
Healthy eating habits lead to healthy teeth. Like the rest of the body, the teeth, bones and the soft tissues of the mouth need a well-balanced diet. Children should eat a variety of foods from the five major food groups. Most snacks with carbohydrates lead to cavity formation. The more frequently a child snacks, the greater the chance for tooth decay. How long food remains in the mouth also plays a role. For example, hard candy and breath mints stay in the mouth a long time, which cause longer acid attacks on tooth enamel. If your child must snack, choose nutritious foods such as vegetables, low-fat yogurt, and low-fat cheese, which are healthier and better for children’s teeth.
By: Dr. Jason Sotto, Orlando Pediatric Dentist
Jason J. Sotto, D.M.D
Pediatric Dentistry
3720 Winter Garden Vineland Rd. (535)
Winter Garden, Fl 34787
"Little Teeth Big Smiles"
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