Diet

Just like the rest of your body teeth and gums need good nutrition too.  A balanced diet can really help prevent tooth decay and gum disease.

It is not only what you eat but when you eat that makes a difference to your dental health.

• eat a balanced diet from the 5 major food groups
• more saliva is produced when eating a meal.  This helps wash foods from the mouth and lessens the effects of the acids on the enamel
• limit your snack in between meals
• keep your snacks healthy (fruit, raw vegetables, cheese or plain yogurt)
• don’t have sugary drinks (soft drink, fruit juices, cordial etc)
• drink plenty of water especially after food.  This will help rinse away food debris