{"id":420,"date":"2020-01-28T22:05:20","date_gmt":"2020-01-28T22:05:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/?p=420"},"modified":"2020-02-19T22:05:37","modified_gmt":"2020-02-19T22:05:37","slug":"the-best-smile-friendly-snacks-for-your-oral-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/the-best-smile-friendly-snacks-for-your-oral-health\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Smile-Friendly Snacks for Your Oral Health"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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You do your best to take care of your smile with a great\ndental routine and regular visits to your dentist. But did you know that better\noral health can be as close as your kitchen? By cutting back on sugary treats\nand adding some certain tasty foods to your diet, you can rebuild your enamel, keep\nyour gums healthy, and prevent tooth decay! Here are some smile-friendly snack suggestions\nfrom your dentist\nin Lincoln<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Raw Carrots, Celery, and Cucumbers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although they\u2019re not always the most popular snack choice, crunchy\nraw vegetables that are high in fiber are a great way to fight off cavities. As\nyou eat them, they lightly scrub away at your teeth, removing plaque and\nbacteria that would otherwise sit there and burn through your enamel. They also\nhelp keep your teeth clean by encouraging the production of saliva, which\nconstantly rinses off your teeth throughout the day.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Low or Non-Fat Milk, Cheese, and Yogurt<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that your enamel is the hardest substance in\nyour body? It protects the sensitive inside layers of your teeth from\ntemperatures, pressure, and damage. However, it does get worn down by use over\ntime. By eating dairy products like cheese and yogurt, you can replace the calcium\nthat your enamel has lost and restore its strength. If you\u2019re lactose\nintolerant, you can add calcium to your diet by eating almonds, leafy greens,\ncanned fish, or calcium supplements. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pineapples, Broccoli, Oranges, and Spinach<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Vitamin C can be found in many foods, some of which might surprise\nyou! This healthy vitamin is a great way to boost your immune system and help\nyour body fight off infections, including the ones in your mouth. If bacteria infect\nyour gum tissue, you can develop gum disease. If left untreated, this common\ncondition can cause permanent damage and tooth loss. Thankfully, gum disease\ncan easily be prevented with great oral hygiene and a healthy immune system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bonus Snack: Tap Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that a glass of apple juice can have just as\nmuch sugar as a can of soda? Even though they\u2019re full of beneficial nutrients,\nfruit juices can be just as sugary or acidic as sodas and sports drinks. While\nyou can reduce your risk of tooth decay by drinking these beverages from a\nstraw, a better choice is to drink tap water. Sipping water throughout your day\nis a healthy choice that cleans off any lingering food particles, plaque, and\nsugars from your teeth. Not only that, but most tap water is fortified with fluoride.\nThis amazing element binds with your enamel to make your teeth even stronger\nthan before! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alongside great dental routines and regular visits to your\ndentist, you can easily improve your oral health with the right foods. Add\nthese smile-friendly snacks to your daily diet for a delicious way to get a\nhealthier, brighter smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Louis Olberding is proud to serve the Lincoln, NE\narea and surrounding communities with superior oral healthcare and the newest\ndental technology. He is dedicated to stopping small issues before they become\nlarger problems, which is why he takes the time to help his patients develop efficient\nand effective at-home dental health routines. In-office, he offers professional\ncleanings and sealants to help your smile stay healthy and cavity-free. To\nlearn more, he can be contacted at his website<\/a> or (402)\n488-2325.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

You do your best to take care of your smile with a great dental routine and regular visits to your dentist. But did you know that better oral health can be as close as your kitchen? By cutting back on sugary treats and adding some certain tasty foods to your diet, you can rebuild your […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-420","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/420","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=420"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/420\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":422,"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/420\/revisions\/422"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=420"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=420"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=420"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}