{"id":186,"date":"2017-02-21T01:25:40","date_gmt":"2017-02-21T01:25:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.enclavedental.com\/blog\/?p=186"},"modified":"2017-02-21T01:25:40","modified_gmt":"2017-02-21T01:25:40","slug":"southlake-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.enclavedental.com\/blog\/2017\/02\/21\/southlake-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"Southlake Dentist Suggests Diet Changes to Prevent Cavities"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"preventiveWhat you eat has a significant effect on your overall health, and it\u2019s no wonder that eating a big, heavy meal at lunchtime can make you feel sluggish for the rest of the day. Make smart dietary choices and you\u2019ll notice a difference in your waistline… and in your smile? It\u2019s true. Eating a variety of nutritious foods helps you enjoy better dental health, too. But you may not be aware of the biggest offenders for healthy teeth and gums — like your favorite granola bar or gluten-y pasta. Your <\/span>Southlake dentist<\/span><\/a> has some suggestions for small changes that can make a big difference for your smile.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Switch Out Modified Grains for Whole Grains<\/span><\/h3>\n

The next time you find yourself at the grocery store, take a closer look at the type of grains you\u2019re filling your cart with. You or your children may prefer the taste of white bread and pasta over the whole grain variety, but choosing these modified grains throws the pH balance of your saliva out of whack and can cause bad bacteria to flourish over the good. Because they have not been modified or stripped down in any way, whole grains are more complex than the \u201cwhite\u201d grain varieties — and that structure is harder to break down, keeping the contents of your saliva in perfect balance.<\/span><\/p>\n

Tip: Look for the word \u201cwhole\u201d before grain in your breads, pasta, crackers, and other wheat products. Be aware that sometimes refined grains hide under healthy-sounding titles like seven grain, healthy oat, etc. <\/span><\/p>\n

Think Twice About Gluten<\/span><\/h3>\n

People who have gluten sensitivities should be aware of the role that gluten has on tooth enamel. Studies have shown that tooth sensitivity and decay are more common in people who are do not properly process gluten, as it \u201ccauses the body to produce an immune reaction against one of the main proteins responsible for producing enamel on the teeth<\/span>.\u201d (Source: <\/span>Gluten Free Society<\/span><\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n

If you are gluten-intolerant, or if celiac disease runs in your family, be aware of the risk of increased tooth decay with repeated exposure to gluten. Visit Dr. Thomas to discuss the need to go gluten free for your oral and overall health. <\/span><\/p>\n

Sneak These Nutritious Items Into Your Diet<\/span><\/h3>\n

So what can you do to improve your and your family\u2019s dental health, by way of your diet? Consider adding these items to your cart the next time you\u2019re at the market.<\/span><\/p>\n