When people in the Salt Lake City area think of diet and oral health, they typically think about the damage sweet drinks can cause to teeth. While it’s true that these dangerous sugars cause increased acidity in the mouth and lead to tooth decay, soda and sugary fruit drinks are only part of the dilemma.
The typical American diet tends to be high in calories and low in nutrition, even here in Murray and Taylorsville.
If your body is lacking in important nutrients, the tissues in the mouth may have trouble resisting infection. These dangerous infections can lead to gum disease.
A few years ago, the U.S. Department of Agriculture unveiled the MyPlate graphic to illustrate a healthy diet. Half of our meals should be composed of fruits and vegetables and the rest should be equally divided between lean protein, whole grains, and low-fat dairy.
While this is an excellent resource, vital dietary needs change throughout life, so it’s a good idea to call Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS at 801-938-8855 and schedule a check-up with Dr. Clint Blackwood to see if your diet is affecting your teeth.
When you eat a balanced diet and feel your best, you’ll want to look your best, so be sure to ask our high-quality staff about cutting-edge cosmetic dentistry procedures such as smile transformations and same day restorations.
At Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS, our menu of services includes crowns, veneers, inlays, onlays, dental implants, tooth-colored fillings, sealants, teeth whitening, and clear braces.
Contact Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS:
801-938-8855
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
279 E 5900 S Ste 202
Murray, Utah
84107
