The effect of diet on dental health
 Diets
low in certain nutrients reduce resistance to oral and dental
infections, that is, periodontal disease (gum disease) and decay. Dr. Vessali
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.
The trace nutrient fluoride, may not be adequately supplied by bottle or
municipal water supplies throughout the city. Supplementation with oral
tablets and topical application will reduce the incidence of dental
decay by more than 60%.
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 Mojdeh Vessali DDS Family Dentistry at
(888) 614-3185 if you need more information on diet or fluoride
supplementation and its relationship to dental health.
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