Dental health and nutrition
To understand which foods are advisable and which to avoid, it is important to understand the mechanism of caries formation. Proper nutrition plays a crucial role in maintaining tooth health. Inside our oral cavity live many bacteria that form colonies on the dental walls, and feed on the food residues that remain in the mouth and between the teeth. In particular, they prefer sugars, and the waste product of their "meal" is an acid that damages the enamel and creates carious cavities. To prevent problems with our teeth, here are 12 valuable dietary rules to adopt: 1-Limit sugar intake: The most harmful sugars are the simple ones, which are now contained in many foods (soft drinks, sweets, cereals ...). 2 - Have adequate oral hygiene: The more food remains in our mouth, the more the probability of caries formation increases. It is therefore important to clean our teeth daily after meals. Your hygienist will advise you on the most suitable tools for your mo...