Get Super Healthy Teeth With Superfoods

Would you believe there’s more to good oral health than brushing and flossing? Those two are essential, of course, but there’s another piece people often overlook: nutrition. What you eat, and don’t eat, plays a real part in the health of your mouth and can help head off problems down the track.

Here are five foods worth welcoming into your everyday diet, and why your teeth will thank you for them.

Fatty fish

Fish like mackerel and salmon are rich in vitamin D, which is important because it helps your body absorb calcium. Without enough calcium, your teeth and gums are more vulnerable to common oral problems, so vitamin D plays a valuable supporting role.

Dairy

Cheese, yoghurt and milk deliver a whole range of useful nutrients, including vitamins A and B12, protein, phosphorus, potassium and more. Some research suggests the casein in dairy, combined with phosphorus and calcium, may help form a protective film on the surface of the teeth, another point in dairy’s favour.

Green tea

Instead of reaching for a sugary drink, green tea is a smart swap. It contains polyphenols that help suppress the bacteria behind plaque, and it may help lower acidity in the mouth, which supports the fight against cavities.

Mushrooms

Shiitake mushrooms have properties that may help support a healthy balance of bacteria in the mouth, lending a hand against gum problems and cavities. They’re a tasty, nutritious addition to a varied diet.

Sesame seeds

Small but mighty, sesame seeds are high in calcium, which helps support the bone around your teeth and gums. As a bonus, chewing them can help scrape away a little plaque as you eat.

Eating for a healthy smile

Adding foods like these to a balanced diet supports your oral health alongside your daily brushing and flossing. Is it time for your next check-up? Get in touch with TMJ Therapy Centre to book your visit.