{"id":1034,"date":"2020-01-12T12:46:48","date_gmt":"2020-01-12T12:46:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/?p=1034"},"modified":"2020-07-21T15:23:03","modified_gmt":"2020-07-21T15:23:03","slug":"expert-dentist-in-dublin-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/expert-dentist-in-dublin-2\/","title":{"rendered":"For Healthy Teeth and Gums, Consider These Snack Ideas!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery alignright columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/woman-eating-vegetables-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1035\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/woman-eating-vegetables-scaled.jpeg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=1035\" class=\"wp-image-1035\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/woman-eating-vegetables-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/woman-eating-vegetables-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/woman-eating-vegetables-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/woman-eating-vegetables-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/woman-eating-vegetables-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Every time you eat, your teeth and gums are bombarded with saliva\nand a host of particles. If the foods are higher in sugar, then it leaves you more\nsusceptible to tooth decay. Because it\u2019s not a viable option to just stop\neating, the next best thing is to find healthier alternatives to some of the\nmore detrimental items you may be consuming. As you continue reading, a dentist\nin Dublin provides expert pointers on some snack options that will help to\nfortify your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">oral health<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Sugar Problem<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Statistics show that in an eight-year span (from 2009 to\n2017), Americans\u2019 sugar intake increased from 10 million to 12 million metric\ntons. This paints a disturbing picture for the collective oral health of the\nnation, since sugar is the primary sustenance for oral bacteria. The latter are\nthe main contributors to cavities, gum disease and tooth loss. A simple solution\nis to cut back on sugar and processed foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Healthy Alternatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a \u201csweet tooth,\u201d it may be pretty difficult to\njust give up your favorite treats. The process can be less taxing, though, if\nyou have some healthier options that either satisfy your sweet craving or help\nto prevent it. Here are some helpful suggestions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Eat more fruit <\/strong>\u2013 Fruits contain natural\nsugars that are less detrimental to your teeth and gums than processed foods.<\/li><li><strong>Increase your protein intake <\/strong>\u2013 A sugar\ncraving is sometimes the result of your blood glucose (sugar) being low. By consuming\nmore protein (fish, turkey, nuts, cheese, etc.), you can prevent this from\nhappening.<\/li><li><strong>Look for sugar-free products <\/strong>\u2013 There are\na host of sugar-free items on the market now that are satisfying yet healthier.\nLook for products that contain alternative sweeteners like xylitol or stevia.<\/li><li><strong>Eat more vegetables <\/strong>\u2013 Many vegetables\ncontain healthy sugars that help to satiate a sweet craving while also\nproviding a bounty of nutrients. Consider options like carrots, sweet potatoes\nand corn.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">No Matter What You Eat, Do This<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you\u2019re making the absolute best food choices, it\u2019s\nstill vital that you perform consistent and effective oral hygiene. By brushing\nand flossing a minimum of two times a day, you can remove any of the lingering\ndebris from the food you eat. This will help to prevent the development of plaque\nthat could lead to cavities and other oral health issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, be sure to work with your #1 ally: your local dentist.\nBy visiting on a regular basis for checkups, you can rest assured that your\nteeth and gums will be healthy and strong for years to come!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Eric Buck is a graduate of The Ohio State University\nCollege of Dentistry. Throughout his career, he has placed an emphasis on\nprevention. That\u2019s because he knows how critical it is in helping his patients enjoy\nthe best in dental health and avoiding the need for complex procedures. Dr.\nBuck provides semi-annual checkups and cleanings at Distinctive Smiles, and he\ncan be reached for more information through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every time you eat, your teeth and gums are bombarded with saliva and a host of particles. If the foods are higher in sugar, then it leaves you more susceptible to tooth decay. Because it\u2019s not a viable option to just stop eating, the next best thing is to find healthier alternatives to some of [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1034","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>For Healthy Teeth and Gums, Consider These Snack Ideas!<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Are the snacks you\u2019re eating harming your teeth and gums? 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