{"id":12,"date":"2020-01-20T03:53:13","date_gmt":"2020-01-20T03:53:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ccdentalmtvernon.com\/blog\/?p=12"},"modified":"2020-01-31T03:55:28","modified_gmt":"2020-01-31T03:55:28","slug":"knowledgeable-dentist-in-mount-vernon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ccdentalmtvernon.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/20\/knowledgeable-dentist-in-mount-vernon\/","title":{"rendered":"Healthy Snack Ideas to Protect Your Teeth and Gums!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ccdentalmtvernon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/woman-eating-vegetables-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"fit woman bowl of healthy snacks\" class=\"wp-image-13\" width=\"317\" height=\"211\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ccdentalmtvernon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/woman-eating-vegetables-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ccdentalmtvernon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/woman-eating-vegetables-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.ccdentalmtvernon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/woman-eating-vegetables-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.ccdentalmtvernon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/woman-eating-vegetables-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ccdentalmtvernon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/woman-eating-vegetables-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 317px) 100vw, 317px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When you eat, the debris left behind can have a negative\nimpact on your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ccdentalmtvernon.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">oral health<\/a>.\nThe types of foods you consume can also affect your teeth and gums. Since you\ncan\u2019t just stop eating all together, the next best thing is to pay attention to\nwhat you\u2019re consuming. As you read further, your dentist in Mount Vernon lists\nsome foods that are conducive to maintaining excellent oral health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">It\u2019s No Secret \u2013 Americans Love Sugar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Alarmingly, statistics show that from 2009 to 2017, Americans\nincreased their sugar consumption from 10 million to 12 million metric tons.\nThis is a big deal because sugar just so happens to be the food that oral\nbacteria feed on. Therefore, as people are consuming more and more of the\nsubstance, it\u2019s natural that the instances of tooth decay are increasing as\nwell. This deduction has been proven correct by the World Health Organization,\nas their studies have found that nearly 25% of the adult population in America\nhave untreated cavities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The safe bet, then, is that decreasing your sugar intake can\nhave a positive impact on your oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Healthy Alternatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cutting back on your sugar intake doesn\u2019t require you to\nlead a tasteless life. Here are some enjoyable alternatives to consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Sugar-free gum <\/strong>\u2013 If you have a tendency\ntoward eating candy, try substituting sugar-free gum in its place. This can be\nespecially beneficial after consuming a meal. That\u2019s because the chewing action\nhelps to stimulate your natural saliva production and the removal of debris\nfrom your teeth. <\/li><li><strong>Fruit <\/strong>\u2013 A healthy way to satisfy a sweet\ncraving is to eat a delicious apple, orange, banana or one of the many other\ntypes of fruits. They are exponentially better for your teeth and gums than consuming\nprocessed snacks.<\/li><li><strong>Protein <\/strong>\u2013 A desire for sugar can\nsometimes be the result of a drop in your blood glucose. One way to address\nthis is to eat protein-rich foods like cheese, chicken, nuts or turkey.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>By implementing these strategies, you can better fortify\nyour oral health, but there is even more that you can do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Drinking Water Can Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many times, a hunger sensation or a craving for sugar can result\nfrom being dehydrated. Since the human body is composed of nearly 80% water,\nsome weird things can happen when you\u2019re deprived of an adequate amount. One\nway to protect your oral health and support your total wellness is to pause\nwhen a desire for sugar strikes and use it as an opportunity to drink a glass\nof water. You may just discover that the sensation is not as strong as you previously\nthought.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to making the above adjustments to how you\napproach your sugar consumption, it\u2019s a good idea to visit a local dentist consistently\nto make sure your oral health is up to standard. In doing so, you can maintain\na beautiful and functional smile for years to come!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A graduate of West Virginia University, Dr. James Leon has over 30 years of experience practicing dentistry. As part of his commitment to excellence, he has received advanced postgraduate training from such prestigious organizations as the Frank Spear Institute and the Pete Dawson Academy. Dr. Leon provides superb dental care at Cross Creek Dental Care, and he can be reached for more information through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ccdentalmtvernon.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>.  <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you eat, the debris left behind can have a negative impact on your oral health. The types of foods you consume can also affect your teeth and gums. Since you can\u2019t just stop eating all together, the next best thing is to pay attention to what you\u2019re consuming. 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