On Facebook, we asked what topics were important to you for us to provide for Dental Care in Federal Way.  The resounding answer was nutrition and how it affects dental health.

One very valid concern for us as a Family Dentist Federal Way is the amount of sugary sodas, sweetened fruit drinks, sweetened electrolyte sport drinks, and non-nutritious snacks that are being consumed by children and adults alike.  Another big concern is the consumption of diet sodas containing chemicals that researchers are just now linking all sorts of horrible things to.(This we will discuss in an upcoming Blog)

If you are unsure you are getting the proper amount of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals for your entire body(teeth and gums included), go to the US Department of Agriculture website.  The agency’s recommendations are in place to promote health and prevent cardiovascular disease, Type 2 diabetes, and cancers.

Foods that have sugar can contribute to tooth decay.  Almost all foods, even those considered healthy, have some type of sugar.  That does not mean they should be completely removed from your diet because they may contain other very important nutrients.  You should avoid adding unnecessary sugars to your diet with things like soda, cookies, and candies.

Getting the proper amount of nutrients is also important for your gum health.  If you diet is lacking, it may be difficult for tissues in your mouth to battle infection.  This may contribute to periodontal (gum) disease, a major cause of tooth loss in adults.

What can you pledge this month?

• maintain a healthy diet.  Consider keeping a food diary for a week to analyze your diet.
• Drink water.  An optimum goal is 1/2 your body weight in ounces of water each day.
• Limit between meal snacks.  Keep in mind, most research now backs 5-6 small nutritious meals a day.  This helps maintain a constant blood sugar level and should minimize unhealthy snacking.
• Brush your teeth at least twice per day using a fluoridated tooth paste.
• Floss daily
• See us, your caring team at Avalon Family Dentistry, for your regular dental check-ups.
• If you have concerns or questions, please let us know.

*the ADA website was used as a reference in writing this blog post

Services we use to keep your smile healthy and beautiful:

• General dentistry
• Pediatric dentistry
• Dental hygiene
• Crowns & bridges
• Tooth colored fillings
• Teeth whitening
• Non-surgical periodontal treatment
• Partials
  Dental implant restorations

Caring and quality service is our hallmark. We look forward to meeting you and proving that Avalon Family Dentistry is the right dental home for you and your family. Please contact the team of our Federal Way dentist with any questions you may have or we will be happy to set up an appointment.

Phone:
(253) 941-6365

E-mail:
avalondds@qwestoffice.net

Address:
728 S. 320th Street, Suite E Federal Way, WA 98003

Office Hours:
T/W/Th 8 – 5
Every other Friday 8 – 1