Texas Sedation Dental & Implant Center - September 2022

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Our New Longview Location Is Opening! Balance Training Key to

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3 Quality Movement 5 Reasons to Replace Missing Teeth Benefits of Waterpiks Grape, Goat Cheese, and Honey Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Exploring Detergent Foods CLEAN YOUR TEETH WHILE YOU CHEW 4

Maintain a Healthy Smile Naturally

It is commonly known that certain foods, like those with lots of sugar, are bad for your teeth. However, did you know there are certain

Examples of these foods include, but are not limited to:

level, the higher the acidity levels in your mouth where bacteria can thrive.

WHEN SHOULD I EAT DETERGENT FOODS? Timing is very important when it comes to detergent foods. Dentists recommend brushing your teeth after every meal, but sometimes it’s just not possible or you don’t have access to a toothbrush. Detergent foods are perfect to eat right after you finish a meal or to incorporate into your midday snack. That way the detergent foods can rid your mouth of stuck-on food. Incorporating detergent foods into your diet is one of the easiest, most efficient ways to maintain a healthy smile. Their fibrous texture acts as a natural toothbrush, scrubbing away harmful materials from your teeth. But always remember, these foods aren’t a replacement for brushing and flossing. Research what foods fall into this category and give them a try!

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Carrots Apples

Plain popcorn (no salt, butter, or flavoring)

Celery Pears

Lettuce

foods that can actually clean your teeth? It sounds impossible, but it’s true! These foods are called detergents. You may be thinking of the detergent that goes in your laundry, but that’s not the case here. Detergent foods are specific foods that clean your teeth naturally and keep your smile looking bright. WHAT ARE DETERGENT FOODS? Detergent foods are everyday edibles that have a crunchy or coarse texture. These foods act like bristles that scrub our teeth while we eat.

Cucumbers

Detergent foods can remove excess materials from the enamel of your teeth without adding any sugars or fats in their place. These types of foods are more beneficial unprocessed and natural. They are typically low in acidity and have properties that help eliminate oral sugars that cling to your teeth and bring down saliva’s overall pH level. The higher the pH

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