{"id":135,"date":"2019-08-30T16:56:35","date_gmt":"2019-08-30T16:56:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dolfielddental.com\/blog\/?p=135"},"modified":"2020-06-18T17:36:21","modified_gmt":"2020-06-18T17:36:21","slug":"5-foods-improve-oral-health-childrens-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dolfielddental.com\/blog\/2019\/08\/30\/5-foods-improve-oral-health-childrens-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Foods to Sneak Into Your Child\u2019s Lunchbox To Keep Their Mouth Healthy"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"packedEven if your child brushes and flosses every day, they can never have too <\/em>good of dental health. Paired with regular checkups and cleanings<\/a> from their children\u2019s dentist and a nutritious diet, you can help your child avoid common oral health problems like cavities and tooth infections. There are certain foods that you can sneak into your little one\u2019s lunchbox to help improve their dental health and keep their teeth and gums in tip-top shape. Read on for five suggestions to include in their diet to amp up their oral wellbeing.<\/p>\n

An Apple a Day\u2026<\/h2>\n

You\u2019ve heard the phrase \u201can apple a day keeps the doctor away,\u201d but never considered that it also applies to your family dentist too. Apples are a fibrous fruit that is a great addition to your little one\u2019s lunchbox. It offers vitamins that improve their overall health, and the process of\u00a0chewing them can help scrub their teeth clear of plaque and debris, reducing their risk of developing cavities. Some other great fibrous and crunchy snacks to include are celery and carrot sticks.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Leaf<\/em> Out the Spinach<\/h2>\n

Leafy green vegetables like spinach are packed full of iron and antioxidants. It\u2019s also an excellent source of vitamins K, A, and C, which are important in maintaining bone health. In fact, the beta-carotene in spinach helps fortify your child\u2019s tooth enamel to keep their mouth healthy and happy. With a laundry list of benefits to offer, you\u2019ll be looking for every chance you can get to sneak spinach into their lunchbox.<\/p>\n

Salmon Will Have Them Slammin\u2019 Their Oral Health Goals<\/h2>\n

Salmon and other fish are high in Omega-3 fatty acids that are known to be great for heart health. What you may not have known is that they\u2019re also high in vitamin D, which is a key player in strengthening jawbones\u00a0as well.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Ixnay Oranges Just Because They\u2019re a Citrus<\/h2>\n

You\u2019ve probably heard about how bad citrus fruits can be for your teeth. However, when oranges aren\u2019t consumed in excess, they are a great source of vitamin C. When children don\u2019t get enough of this, it can impact their gum health and result in swelling, bleeding, and irritation. So, every now and then, an orange won\u2019t hurt.<\/p>\n

Getting Critical Calcium From Low-Fat Yogurt<\/h2>\n

Making sure that your little one gets enough calcium is vital to keeping their teeth healthy. Adding a\u00a0low-fat yogurt to their diet is a great way to be sure of this. Plus, you can include some berries in it for added nutritional value and to make it more appealing to eat.<\/p>\n

Adding these snacks to your child\u2019s lunchbox can be a great way to improve their oral health. Remember that it\u2019s also important to make sure your little one is remembering to brush twice each day for two minutes and flossing every day\u00a0as well. Along with regular checkups and cleanings, your son or daughter\u2019s mouth will be in fantastic shape!<\/p>\n

About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dr. Jacob Milner enjoys providing patients of all ages with the dental care and knowledge they need to maintain beautiful, happy, and healthy smiles as adults. He has completed an internship at Kernan Hospital and also worked with geriatric patients at Levindale Hospital, allowing him to sharpen his skills in a wide range of skills and services. As a parent himself, he understands how important it is for children to receive reliable treatments that set them up for a healthy future. For questions or to schedule routine checkups and cleanings for your family, visit Dolfield Dental\u2019s website<\/a> or call 410-902-4110.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Even if your child brushes and flosses every day, they can never have too good of dental health. Paired with regular checkups and cleanings from their children\u2019s dentist and a nutritious diet, you can help your child avoid common oral health problems like cavities and tooth infections. There are certain foods that you can sneak […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nChildren's Dentist | 5 Foods to Include in Your Child's Lunchbox<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Would you like to encourage better oral hygiene for your little one? 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