Dental health and diet
Diets
low in certain nutrients reduce resistance to oral and dental
infections, that is, periodontal disease (gum disease) and decay.
Dr. Teuscher feels a
healthy immune system is essential to controlling periodontal disease.
Counseling in the Four Basic Food Groups will improve
dental health and
general health. The consumption of sugar, especially in sticky forms or
in a baby bottle while sleeping, contributes to the rapid development of
dental decay.
Together, a balanced diet, daily use of fluoride, effective brushing,
and sensible eating habits can reduce the risk of, or even prevent,
infectious dental disease.
Please don't hesitate to call Teuscher Dental Excellence at 815-394-1222 if you need more information on
diet or fluoride supplementation and its relationship to dental health.
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