It’s no secret that what you eat affects your teeth and gums. From the foods you chew to the drinks you down, it all impacts your overall oral health.
“What may seem harmless, like those hard candies to freshen your breath or help stiffle a cough, could actually be causing you problems,” explained Dr. Mandy Shearer at Soddy Daisy Smiles. “If you’re indulging in them often enough without realizing, all that exposure to extra sugar can cause a lot of damage.”
From cavities to teeth sensitivity, your diet could be playing a role and knowing what things to have in moderation and which things to up to help boost your oral health is important.
“In the case of those candies and mints, some sugarless gum is a better alternative,” Dr. Robert Shearer encouraged.
Another big one to watch is ice. Dr. Mandy said you’d be surprised how many people much on the frozen solid for one reason or another, but she stressed that it can hurt your teeth contrary to popular belief.