Protecting Your Teeth

1. Limit your sugar consumption. As sugar is broken down by your saliva and the bacteria in your mouth, it generates acids. These acids dissolve the enamel on your teeth. You can reduce the damage this causes by eating less sugar. Foods to avoid include:

   • Desserts like candy, pastries, ice cream, cakes, chocolate or sticky sweets
   • Sugary breakfast cereals
   • Sugary tea, coffee, and sodas

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   Reduce the amount of alcohol you drink. Alcohol increases your vulnerability to tooth decay by degrading your enamel. If you do drink, do so in moderation. The recommended daily limits are:

   • One drink per day for women and one to two for men.
   • A drink is a beer, a glass of wine, or a shot of hard alcohol.

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   Eat snacks that will clean your teeth. Fresh, crunchy fruits and vegetables are healthy ways to satisfy your hunger. While they can’t substitute for brushing, they will help scrape your teeth clean and massage your gums as you eat them. Foods to try include:

   • Apples
   • Broccoli
   • Carrots
   • Celery
   • Peppers
   • Lettuce
   • Cucumbers

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