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Avoid sugary foods for healthier teeth

a dentist examines a young patient's teeth.

(HealthDay News) -- Eating lots of sugary foods and snacks can lead to tooth decay.

Follow these suggestions to help protect your pearly whites:

  • Eat a healthy, balanced and nutritious diet.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
  • Limit snacks between meals, and make sure any snacks are low in sugar.
  • Log what you eat in a food diary for a week, and take note of hard candies and other sugary foods.
  • Brush your teeth at least twice each day, and floss daily.
  • See your dentist regularly.

Related links

Sugary drinks: What every kid needs to know

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Source: American Dental Association

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First published: 01/18/2012
Last updated: 01/18/2012

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