Dental experts warn that a common daily habit could silently destroy your teeth – and that’s not what most people expect.
Dr. Andrej Bozic, an oral surgeon in Dentum, has identified frequent snacks throughout the day as one of the most neglected causes of dental caries.
“Most people know that sugar is bad for their teeth,” he said. “But what matters is how often your teeth are exposed to it.”
Dr. Bozic explains that whenever you eat, your mouth becomes more acidic and your dental enamel softens.
Foods and crackers can contribute to dental damage when consumed regularly
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This creates a vulnerable environment for your teeth, especially if you make loops throughout the day.
“If you eat every hour or two, you keep your teeth in a vulnerable state all day,” warned Dr. Bozic.
Even those who think they make healthy choices could cause long -term damage to their dental health.
The problem is not limited to obvious culprits such as candy and carbonated drinks, according to Dr. Bozic.
“People think that seizing a handful of dried fruit or a protein bar between meals is harmless,” he said.
Foods such as crackers, fruits, granola bars and even smoothies can all contribute to dental damage when consumed frequently.
“These foods stick to your teeth or quickly turn to sugar – and they are often consumed on the go, without brushing after,” said Dr. Bozic.
He recommended to stick to three meals a day without a snack and noted that drinking water between meals instead of sugary drinks can help protect the teeth.
“If you need a snack, try to have everything at the same time rather than snacking more than an hour,” he advised.
Drinking water between meals can protect the teeth
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He also suggested rinsing with water thereafter to wash food particles. Chewing it with sugar -free gum between meals can help neutralize acid and stimulate saliva production, which gives your mouth time to recover.
The good news is that the protection of your teeth does not require drastic lifestyle changes.
“You don’t have to cut the snacks completely,” added Dr. Bozic. “But limit the frequency to which you eat – and choose snacks that do not hang on your teeth – makes a huge difference.”
Your mouth needs recovery time between eating, something constant collaborators rarely provide their teeth.