Against caries: the dentist listed products useful for teeth

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Sugar is one of the foods that are particularly harmful to teeth. And if there is too much food rich in it in the diet, various dental problems arise.

At the same time, there are products that, on the contrary, contribute to the health of the oral cavity. "Changing your eating habits can have a huge impact on your overall dental health," explains Michaela Cinotti from the Australian Dental Association (ADA).

Among the useful products, the expert singles out milk and cheese. They are rich in casein, as well as calcium and phosphorus, which can help protect teeth from tooth decay. "Chewing hard cheeses also helps increase saliva production, which helps protect teeth. Therefore, a snack with a piece of cheese is better for oral health than a sweet snack," adds Dr. Chinotti.

At the same time, the expert notes: fruits and vegetables are also useful. The natural sugar found in fresh fruit is less likely to contribute to tooth decay than sugar added to foods and drinks. In addition, hard, fibrous foods, such as raw fruits and vegetables, help stimulate saliva production.

According to the ADA, meat, poultry, fish, and eggs are also included in the list of foods that are good for teeth.

As for drinks, tea and coffee are not harmful to teeth. The main thing is not to add too much sugar, writes the South Coast Register. In addition, green and black tea contain polyphenols. These substances can either kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria that are responsible for acid attack on teeth.