Southern York Smile Care

DOES MY DENTIST CARE ABOUT MY DIET?

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When people in Shrewsbury think of diet and oral health, they usually think about the damage sweet drinks can cause to teeth. While it’s true that sugars cause increased acidity in the mouth and lead to tooth decay, soda and sugary fruit drinks are only part of the trouble.

The typical American diet tends to be high in calories and low in nutrition, even here in Shrewsbury and New Freedom.

If your body is lacking in critical 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, essential dietary needs change throughout life, so it’s a good idea to call Southern York Smile Care to schedule a check-up 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 quality staff about innovative cosmetic dentistry procedures such as cosmetic dental smile makeovers and same day restorations.

At Southern York Smile Care, our menu of services includes general and cosmetic dentistry. As about our ultimate smile makeover! Make an appointment with us today.

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Call Southern York Smile Care for all of your sedation dentistry needs Your comfort and safety are our utmost priority, which is why we’ll go the extra mile to ensure you feel completely relaxed throughout your visit. To learn more about dental anxiety treatment options, call us at (717) 235-3871 or fill out a convenient contact form on this page. We look forward to meeting you and building the beautiful, healthy smile you have always wanted.