While regular brushing and flossing are a very important part of dental care, what you eat can also have a major effect on your dental health. The best foods for your teeth are ones that help to protect tooth enamel and keep your teeth clean.

Here is a list of foods that can help keep your mouth healthy and some of their benefits. We will start off with our favorite treat that we provide to our patients when they visit our office.

Apples (and other crunchy fruits) - full of water, help to keep down plaque and massage gums
Dairy products - contain calcium which helps to fortify teeth, low in acidity and sugar
Proteins (beef, chicken, eggs, etc.) - rich in phosphorus, which combines with calcium to produce teeth and bones
Vegetables - full of water, rich in enamel-building Vitamin A
Water - cleans your mouth and hydrates gums

To see other great food options for your teeth, visit http://www.dental.net/dental-nutrition/foods-good-for-teeth/

We found this game on nickmom that is a fun way to get your kids excited about coming to the dentist. With the Glenn Martin, DDS Dental Adventure game, they not only learn about different dental procedures, but kids also get the chance to play dentist themselves.

Click HERE to check out the game!

This youtube video from Colgate is very informative about the proper technique that patients should use to floss. As the video mentions, make sure to floss at least once a day. Flossing not only leads to a healthy mouth, but also a healthy heart!