Santa Monica Dental, CA

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How do I make my child’s diet safe for his or her teeth?

The food you feed your can have a lasting effect on his or her oral health. In fact, diet plays a major role in whether a child develops and decay, which can lead to many dental visits and potential loss. So what should you feed your child to ensure he or she has a smile for life?

Foods to Avoid
It is normal for your child to take in many foods -- especially those filled with sugar and . But as tasty as these foods are, they can cause rapid decay when eaten in excess. That’s not to say your child can never have again. the doctor and our staff suggest limiting starchy and foods such as candy and potato chips as much as possible.
Remember that some healthy foods can present the threat of decay too. Some of the most common are foods like peanut butter, raisins, and granola bars, which can stick to the teeth after eating. If you serve these to your child, be sure to have him or her brush immediately after eating to any lingering sugary residue.

Beverages
Many beverages marketed toward contain sugar servings that far exceed the daily recommendations from health organizations. They suggest no more than three to four of added sugar per day for children.
Make an effort to serve only to your child at any time other than meal times. During meals, allow your child to have or juice, but in limited serving sizes. Most importantly, never allow your young child to with a bottle or “sippy cup” full of juice or milk. Doing so can cause rapid tooth decay: a c known as “baby bottle caries.”

A Healthy and Balance Diet
So long as your child is regularly and eating a healthy, diet full of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains, you should have or no problem with tooth decay. For more questions about how your child’s diet his or her oral health, contact our SANTA MONICA, office to schedule a consultation.

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