{"id":238,"date":"2019-03-05T12:07:23","date_gmt":"2019-03-05T12:07:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.flennikendental.com\/blog\/?p=238"},"modified":"2019-04-05T12:07:53","modified_gmt":"2019-04-05T12:07:53","slug":"your-dentist-discusses-foods-that-will-keep-your-gums-healthy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.flennikendental.com\/blog\/your-dentist-discusses-foods-that-will-keep-your-gums-healthy\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Dentist Discusses Foods That Will Keep Your Gums Healthy"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flennikendental.com\/blog\/your-dentist-discusses-foods-that-will-keep-your-gums-healthy\/\" class=\"block-image-link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flennikendental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/AdobeStock_222106228__1554465786_78778-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"person smiling\" class=\"wp-image-239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flennikendental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/AdobeStock_222106228__1554465786_78778-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.flennikendental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/AdobeStock_222106228__1554465786_78778-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flennikendental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/AdobeStock_222106228__1554465786_78778.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div><p>If there was an easy way to make your gums as healthy as possible, why wouldn&rsquo;t you do it? Gums are the foundation of your mouth and help protect bones and fight off bacteria. Everything that you eat encounters your gums, so it makes sense that by improving your diet, they&rsquo;ll be in even better shape. Luckily, your dentist recommends some common foods you can find to help with your gum health.   <\/p><!--more--><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Should I Eat for Healthier Gums? <\/h2><p>An easy way to make sure your gums are getting the support\nthey need is to introduce these foods\ninto your diet: <\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Onions <\/strong>have\ncertain properties that fight off and neutralize harmful bacteria that cause\ngum disease and cavities. An easy way to incorporate more onions into your diet\nis to put them on salads, use them as condiments, and put them in soups. <\/li><li><strong>Leafy\ngreens<\/strong> like kale and spinach are packed with healthy vitamins and minerals.\nVitamin C, the main vitamin found in leafy greens, boosts your red blood cell\ncount and reduces inflammation. That means they can ward off gum disease and mouth irritation. Also, because\nthey&rsquo;re so fibrous, they help you produce more saliva and clean up any food and\nbacteria in your mouth.<\/li><li><strong>Green tea<\/strong>\nis rich in antioxidants which helps your gums battle inflammation caused by gum\ndisease. <\/li><li><strong>Peppers\nand citrus <\/strong>are also high in vitamin C and have anti-inflammatory\nproperties. You can easily incorporate them into smoothies or on salads. <\/li><li><strong>Shiitake\nmushrooms <\/strong>hold an antibacterial compound called lentinan which stumps the\ngrowth of plaque-building bacteria.<\/li><li><strong>Celery,\ncarrots, and apples<\/strong> are all crunchy and help scrub your mouth clean of food\nand plaque. They wedge their way into crevices and corners of your mouth,\nhelping you keep fresh between brushings. <\/li><li><strong>Milk,\nyogurt, and cheese <\/strong>are all high in calcium, which helps strengthen your\nbones and your gums. Casein, found in most dairy, helps stop bacteria-producing\nacid from overtaking your mouth. Acids can destroy enamel and gum tissue and\ncause serious irritation. Having a healthy amount of dairy in your life can\nkeep your gums thriving. <\/li><\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What&rsquo;s the Significance of My Gum Health?<\/h2><p>Your gums are more important than you think. When you don&rsquo;t\nproperly care for them, serious consequences can arise from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flennikendental.com\/periodontal-treatment.html\">gum disease<\/a>.\nThat&rsquo;s why it&rsquo;s so important to stick to your oral routine of brushing twice a\nday, flossing, and using a dentist-recommended antibacterial mouthwash. It&rsquo;s\nalso important to remember to schedule your semi-annual cleaning with your\ndentist to prevent plaque and tartar buildup. Your gum health is vital to your\noral hygiene, so don&rsquo;t put it off! By making a few simple changes in your diet like\ndrinking an extra glass or two of milk a day, you can do wonders for your\nteeth. <\/p><p><strong>About the Practice<\/strong><\/p><p>Drs. Suzan Rismani-Flenniken and Neil Flenniken emphasize\nindividualized and gentle patient care. Offering decades of experience between\nthem, you&rsquo;ll feel comfortable and confident in their hands. You&rsquo;ll be walking\nout the door with newfound self-confidence and your best smile! For any\nquestions or to schedule an appointment for your semi-annual cleaning, visit\nour <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flennikendental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or\ncontact us at 717-836-1259.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"If there was an easy way to make your gums as healthy as possible, why wouldn\u2019t you do it? Gums are the foundation of your mouth and help protect bones and fight off bacteria. Everything that you eat encounters your gums, so it makes sense that by improving your diet, they\u2019ll be in even better shape. Luckily, your dentist recommends some common foods you can find to help with your gum health. <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flennikendental.com\/blog\/your-dentist-discusses-foods-that-will-keep-your-gums-healthy\/\">(Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-238","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Dentist in Carlisle | Gum Health | Foods for Good Oral Hygiene | Dental Health<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Do you ever wonder how your diet affects your oral health? 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