Watch out on what & when you eat
These are crucial factors in preventing cavities and maintaining good dental health. Sugars and carbohydrates from the foods you eat are converted to acids by bacteria in your mouth, and the acids destroy the enamel on your teeth, commencing the decay process.

Healthier Food for Teeth

• High Fibre Fruits and Vegetables
  According to the American Dental Association, fiber-rich foods help keep your teeth and gums clean (ADA). They also cause saliva to flow. This is your strongest natural defence against cavities and gum disease, aside from good home dental care. Saliva begins to lessen the impact of the acids in about 20 minutes after you consume something with sugars or starches. Calcium and phosphate traces can be found in saliva which restores minerals to parts of the teeth that have been stripped away by bacterial acids.

• Dairy items (including cheese, milk, simple yogurt, and other dairy products)
  Another saliva-inducing food is cheese. Milk, cheese, and other dairy items provide calcium and phosphates, which assist your teeth to reclaim nutrients that have been lost owing to other foods. They also aid in the restoration of tooth enamel.

• Green/Black Tea
  Polyphenols in both of these teas interact with plaque microorganisms. These compounds either kill or prevent bacteria from multiplying. This stops bacteria from multiplying or producing acid that harms teeth. A cup of tea can be a source of fluoride depending on the type of water you use to prepare it.
• Chewing gum with no sugar
  Another excellent saliva producer that eliminates food particles from your mouth.
• Fluoride-containing foods
  Fluoridated water, or any product made with fluoridated water, is beneficial to your teeth. Powdered juices (as long as they don’t include a lot of sugar) and dehydrated soups are examples of this. Fluoride can also be found in commercially prepared foods such as poultry, shellfish, and powdered cereals.

Problematic Food for Teeth
Sugary foods and drink
Foods and drinks that are high in sugar can contribute to tooth decay. Bacteria in your mouth feed on the sugar and produce acids that can erode tooth enamel.

• Sticky and chewy foods
  Foods that are sticky or chewy, such as caramel or dried fruit, can get stuck in between your teeth and increase your risk of developing cavities.
• Acidic foods and drinks
  Foods and drinks that are high in acid, such as citrus fruits and soda, can wear down tooth enamel over time, making teeth more vulnerable to decay.
• Hard foods
  Foods that are very hard, such as ice or hard candy, can chip or break teeth.

Chewing gum good or bad for your teeth???
Chewing sugarless gum is good for your teeth because it helps remove food lodged between your teeth and promotes saliva flow, which neutralises oral acids. If you have jaw pain or other issues with your jaw, chewing gum can be a concern.

Tips for healthy gums & teeth

• Brush your teeth on a regular basis. Brush your teeth at least twice a day, ideally 30-60 minutes after each meal and snack. If brushing between meals isn’t an option, at the very least, rinse your mouth with water many times.
• Use of fluoridated tooth paste
• Floss your teeth at least once a day to eliminate food particles that get stuck between your teeth & under your gum line.
• Eat a healthy diet.
• Visit to your dentist at least twice a year for regular dental check-ups.
• Quit smoking: Smoking can increase your risk of gum disease and oral cancer. Quitting smoking can improve your oral health and overall health.
• Use a soft-bristled toothbrush: to avoid damaging your gums. Brush your teeth in a circular motion, and don’t brush too hard.