{"id":188,"date":"2020-02-13T17:40:00","date_gmt":"2020-02-13T17:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/?p=188"},"modified":"2020-07-28T20:00:35","modified_gmt":"2020-07-28T20:00:35","slug":"snack-smart-teeth-healthy-dentist-in-enterprise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/snack-smart-teeth-healthy-dentist-in-enterprise\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Snack Smarter to Keep Your Teeth Healthy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_40360028__1580141634_25492-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"close up person eating an apple \" class=\"wp-image-189\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_40360028__1580141634_25492-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_40360028__1580141634_25492-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_40360028__1580141634_25492.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people know how to eat healthy for the sake of managing\ntheir weight. But do you know how to eat in a way that benefits your oral\nhealth? While these two methods of eating might seem similar, there are a few\nkey differences between them. To eat in a way that keeps your teeth and gums\nhealthy, a dentist in Enterprise is here with a few tips on sticking to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">mouth-healthy<\/a>\ndiet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Is Sugar Bad for Your Teeth?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your mouth is home to lots and lots of bacteria, some of\nwhich create a sticky film called plaque on your teeth. When you consume sugar,\nthe bacteria in plaque feast on this sugar and leave behind a destructive waste\nproduct that destroys your tooth enamel, resulting in a cavity. However, if you\nkeep your sugar consumption low, bacteria in your mouth don\u2019t have enough\nopportunity to produce acid that eats away at your enamel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can You Snack Smarter to Prevent Cavities?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aside from the amount of sugar in your food, there are a\ncouple things you should keep in mind when selecting a snack:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>How often you eat. <\/strong>If you nibble on\nsnacks throughout the day, you\u2019re more likely to do some serious damage to your\nteeth and gums. Every time you eat something sugary, harmful acids form in your\nmouth from the bacteria. These acids continue to damage your teeth for up to 20\nminutes after you\u2019re finished eating. Stick to eating sweets with or right\nafter meals. <\/li><li><strong>The texture of the food. <\/strong>Compared to\nfoods you quickly chew and swallow, chewy or gooey snacks are more likely to\nget stuck in the nooks and crannies of your teeth. Bacteria then have plenty of\ntime to eat these sugars and produce decay-causing waste. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are Some Healthy Snack Options?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whenever you feel snacky in between meals, put away the\ncandy and instead opt for something low-fat like raw vegetables, fresh fruits, or\nwhole-grain bread or crackers. Dairy products like milk and cheese contain lots\nof calcium and phosphates that strengthen your teeth, making them less\nvulnerable to cavities. Lean meats, nuts, and seeds are also rich in vitamins that\nyour gums and teeth need in order to thrive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To help your mouth stay free of decay and gum disease, limit\nyour consumption of sugary foods and drinks. Eat a variety of healthy foods\nfrom all areas of the food pyramid (except the very top layer). Finally, floss\nand brush with a fluoridated toothpaste every day to get rid of plaque! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/meet-dr-schaffeld.html\">Dr. Tyler Schaffeld<\/a>\ngraduated second in his class from the Oregon Health and Science University. Every\nday he looks forward to building relationships with his wonderful patients. He believes\nin the power of preventive care to keep your smile healthy, and that includes sticking\nto a mouth-healthy diet. To learn more about how to ensure excellent oral\nhealth, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/contact-us.html\">visit Dr.\nSchaffeld\u2019s website.<\/a> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most people know how to eat healthy for the sake of managing their weight. 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