Gum Health and Diet
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Riot Riot; What is in your Diet?
The adage you are what you eat is TRUE.
Eat it today wear it tomorrow is also accurate.
To maintain health you should limit the amount of carbohydrates and sugar you consume. Yes, you do need carbohydrates and in reality all foods eaten are converted into sugars your body needs to function.
But too much bread, pasta, potatoes, cakes, cookies, candies and sodas will multiply your daily calorie consumption and lead to increased levels of body fat.
As for your teeth sugary foods are broken down into acids which can and will attack the enamel of your teeth. Cavities or decay in teeth are formed by these acids breaking through the enamel layer which surrounds your teeth. Once through this layer the major part of your tooth is made of dentin which is a lot more susceptible to decay. In addition once inside your tooth you are no longer able to keep the area clean, so the decay grows and leads to problems.
You should be brushing your teeth twice per day, once in the morning upon waking and again in the evening before retiring. This will help to reduce the bacterial count in your mouth. Since your teeth are cube shaped you also need to floss at these times. The floss gets in between your teeth and removes any food build up present.
Your teeth want to be cleaned professionally; a healthy smile will be appreciated by you and those you interact with. At the dental practice of Glenn Reit DDS we like people and we like helping people to maintain their dental health.
Conveniently located in Yorkville on the Upper East Side of Manhattan in the 10028 zip code at 1498 Third Avenue between 84th and 85th Streets – we are easy to get to. The 4, 5, 6 and Q subway lines are one block from our door. We are located in a five story brownstone on the second floor directly across from our very own Upper East Side McDonald’s.
If you think you have a problem or just want a dental cleaning give us a call today at 212 517 9000.
You and your teeth will be glad you did.
Looking for a Dentist in the Upper East Side?
At the practice of Glenn Reit DDS; we provide quality care in a relaxed, comfortable, clean and safe environment. Please contact us today at 212 517 9000 for this or any other of your dental needs. We look forward to seeing and taking care of you!
