Every pediatric dentist will tell you that your child should eat vegetables, but why is that? Here are some fun facts on how vegetables help keep your child's teeth healthy:
- Raw vegetables like celery freshen breath and help clean plaque from teeth.
- Vegetables high in vitamin C protect the tissue in your mouth, including gums, from bacterial infection.
- Folic acid, found in leafy green vegetables, supports cell growth throughout the body, promoting a healthy mouth.
- Eating raw carrots at the end of a meal increases saliva production, which reduces your risk of cavities.
- Vegetables with high dietary fiber will massage teeth and gums, helping maintain clean teeth.
As your child's pediatric dentist in Tucson, we want to take care of all your children's dental needs. If you have any questions, feel free to call us at (520) 544-8522.
About Northwest Children's Pediatric Dentists
Dr. Norman Bunch and Dr. Jennifer Marshall are doctor spouses who have been working as kids dentists in Tucson for years. They have deep ties to Tucson, as well as the surrounding Oro Valley, Marana, Oracle, and other areas. Northwest Children's Dentistry provides top-notch care for toddlers, children, teens, and special needs children. If you’re looking for a general dentist for kids in Tucson, contact us today at (520) 544-8522.