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As the candy bowls linger from Halloween and holiday treats start to roll in, your teeth<\/a> face a marathon of sugar exposure.<\/p>\n

“Halloween involves a lot of candy all at once,” Olga Ensz, D.M.D., M.P.H., told Fox News Digital.<\/p>\n

A clinical associate professor and director of community-based outreach at the University of Florida College of Dentistry, Ensz describes the heart of the issue: the problem isn\u2019t that candy suddenly becomes more dangerous; “it\u2019s that we eat it in much larger amounts over a short period.”<\/p>\n

That rapid-fire sugar intake fuels bacteria that feast on leftover candy, producing acid that weakens enamel<\/a> and paves the way for cavities.<\/p>\n

SUGAR IN DRINKS LINKED TO HIGHER DIABETES RISK THAN THAT IN FOOD, NEW RESEARCH FINDS<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

While brushing and flossing are key, what you eat next can actually help your mouth fight back. Ensz explains the “Fantastic Four of Foods” for dental defense below.<\/p>\n

“Apples scrub your teeth\u2019s surfaces to disrupt plaque while stimulating saliva flow. Saliva then neutralizes acid and provides minerals to help repair the enamel,” Ensz explained.<\/p>\n

SCIENTISTS CRACK CODE ON HOW DIETARY FIBER SHIELDS YOUR BODY FROM HARMFUL SUGAR DAMAGE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Their natural fiber acts as a gentle abrasive, while the boost in saliva helps wash away lingering sugars. Think of it as a mini mouth cleanse after dessert.<\/p>\n

YOUR LATE-NIGHT CHEESE HABIT COULD BE SPARKING WILD DREAMS AND RESTLESS SLEEP, EXPERTS WARN<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Unsweetened cranberries offer more than festive flavor.<\/p>\n

“Unsweetened cranberries possess polyphenols with anti-adhesion properties, meaning they interfere with the ability of cavity-causing bacteria to stick to the tooth surface and, ultimately, prevent plaque formation at the source,” the professor said.<\/p>\n

5 EVERYDAY FOODS AND DRINKS SILENTLY DAMAGING YOUR LONG-TERM HEALTH, SAY NUTRITION EXPERTS<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Just make sure they\u2019re not coated in sugar: look for dried cranberries without added sweeteners or use them fresh in salads.<\/p>\n

Cheese, it turns out, provides a triple defense.<\/p>\n

“It stimulates saliva, its alkaline properties help neutralize acid and raise the mouth’s pH, and it delivers a direct dose of calcium and phosphates,” said Ensz, who added that the latter elements are the “building blocks” for enamel repair.<\/p>\n

SOME HALLOWEEN CANDIES FACING BACKLASH FROM NUTRITION EXPERTS THIS YEAR<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

A small piece of cheese after a meal can counteract acidity from sweets and strengthen the enamel naturally.<\/p>\n

“Pumpkin is rich in Vitamin A<\/a>,” Ensz shared. Vitamin A is a nutrient essential for the cells that form strong, healthy enamel and make your teeth more resistant to acid.<\/p>\n

Beyond pie, roasted pumpkin or pumpkin pur\u00e9e in smoothies can give your smile a seasonal strength boost.<\/p>\n

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The key to surviving the candy-heavy months is about balancing your sweet treats with protective measures.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Enjoy in moderation, then reach for foods that give your teeth a fighting chance.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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These four fall favorites both taste great and protect your smile long after that last candy wrapper is gone.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Source – https:\/\/www.foxnews.com\/food-drink\/dentist-recommends-four-foods-protect-teeth-from-holiday-sweets <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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