Ghasaq Al-Bakkal, DMD, leads Ontario's Belmont Dental Clinic (belmontdentalclinic.ca) with an unwavering commitment to her patient's oral health. When indicated, Dr. Ghasaq Al-Bakkal incorporates oral hygiene education and diet counseling into her patient care protocol.
Good nutrition plays an essential role in good oral health. The antioxidants and related nutrients in fresh produce and nuts, known for their ability to fight inflammation and infection throughout the body, can have the same effect on gums and teeth. Crunchy and firmer fruits, which have a high water content, offer the added benefit of stimulating the saliva that washes away acid.
Chewing sugar-free gum may help to induce saliva secretion as well, while fresh cranberries can help to keep bacteria from sticking to teeth. Black tea may directly help to inhibit the growth of decay-inducing bacteria, while also reducing the size of plaque deposits. Meanwhile, the polyphenols in tea inhibit the bacteria that can cause bad breath.
Foods with high levels of calcium support good dental health by promoting strong teeth. Cheese is particularly helpful in releasing quantities of calcium that combine with plaque to stick to the teeth, thus protecting the tooth's surface while strengthening enamel.
Good nutrition plays an essential role in good oral health. The antioxidants and related nutrients in fresh produce and nuts, known for their ability to fight inflammation and infection throughout the body, can have the same effect on gums and teeth. Crunchy and firmer fruits, which have a high water content, offer the added benefit of stimulating the saliva that washes away acid.
Chewing sugar-free gum may help to induce saliva secretion as well, while fresh cranberries can help to keep bacteria from sticking to teeth. Black tea may directly help to inhibit the growth of decay-inducing bacteria, while also reducing the size of plaque deposits. Meanwhile, the polyphenols in tea inhibit the bacteria that can cause bad breath.
Foods with high levels of calcium support good dental health by promoting strong teeth. Cheese is particularly helpful in releasing quantities of calcium that combine with plaque to stick to the teeth, thus protecting the tooth's surface while strengthening enamel.