What you lack can cause cavities!

Eating habits and every day diet play a huge role in oral health care. Food and drinks that are high in sugar have been linked time and time again to being the culprit of plaque build-up and tooth decay. The Australian Dental Association states, “The bacteria in plaque use sugars in food and drinks to produce acid. This acid dissolves the tooth’s strengthening minerals (calcium and phosphate) from the tooth surface thereby increasing the risk of cavities”.  According to Better Health Victoria, foods that are acidic (citrus fruits, wines) can weaken enamel and make them prone to decay.

Obviously, minimizing the consumption of sugary and or acidic foods, along with regular daily brushing and flossing teeth will help prevent cavities from forming……but that may not be enough.

Turns out there are 3 things lacking in most modern day diets that are linked to cavities forming, according to research by Dr Weston Price and other dental pioneers.

Natural News published Dr Price’s research stating what actually causes tooth decay is:
• Not enough minerals in the diet.
• Not enough fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K
• Nutrients not being readily bioavailable, and the intestinal system not properly absorbing them. The presence of phytic acid largely influences this factor.

Phytic acid impairs the absorption of calcium, iron and zinc. “Over a period of time, if your diet lacks vitamins and minerals from a poor diet and/or contains high levels of phytates (from grains, seeds, nuts, and legumes), the blood chemistry and the ratio of calcium and phosphorous become out of balance, which results in minerals being pulled from bones, causing tooth and bone loss.”

Woollahra Dental Practice has a holistic approach to dentistry and understands the importance of diet on your oral health care.  For further information on how you can minimize your risk of cavities call 02 9363 5690 to schedule a consultation with Dr Tony Ancell.

Source: Natural News