How Vitamins Benefit Oral Health

Along with maintaining proper nutrition from your diet, adding vitamin supplements is also beneficial for your oral health. Over the years, research has shown that our bodies need certain minerals for overall wellness. But little mention has been given to the fact that our teeth can benefit just as much from these supplements as well.

Aside from promoting strong bone and tissue health, certain minerals help fight against oral infections and bacteria. Tooth decay, mouth sores, and gum disease can also be minimized when the right vitamins are added to your diet.

Stronger Teeth  through Essential Minerals

Most people want healthy teeth and gums. When it comes knowing what supplements to take to achieve that goal, it can be difficult to sift through all the research.

Important minerals that promote proper oral health include:

• Calcium is an essential mineral in dental enamel and the jaw bone. Consuming calcium on a regular basis promotes proper jaw strength and durability and protects teeth overall. A lack of calcium intake can increase your risk of tooth decay and gum disease.
• Vitamin A helps maintain healthy saliva that fights off infections, dry mouth, and oral cancer.
•  Iron boosts your immune system strength, which is the body's defense against harmful viruses and diseases. Regarding the smile, iron helps balance oral bacteria levels.
•  Zinc:The growth of bacteria which leads to the development of plaque can be minimized with regular consumption of this mineral.
• Potassium: is a mineral that supports healing of tissues. It can be essential for healing after dental trauma or extensive treatment, maintaining proper bone density, and preventing potential blood clots.

Vitamins As Part of a Healthy Diet

Your dentist is often the first person to spot a nutritional imbalance in your diet because the telltale signs are reflected in your smile. Unhealthy teeth, tissue sensitivity, and inflammation are particularly reflective of a nutrition deficiency. A lack of zinc and iron, for example, can result in gum disease.

Patients can do their part in achieving overall well-being and exceptional oral health by consuming the essential vitamins and minerals needed to reduce the risk of issues that compromise teeth. Most, if not all, of these key nutrients, can be found in our food. Eating fruits, vegetables, and grains can boost your overall health and the health of your smile.

At Steven K. Okamoto, DDS, Inc., we are dedicated to looking into every aspect of your dental health. Although important, brushing and flossing alone are sometimes not the enough to preventing oral complications. For more information about how implementing vitamins can promote a healthy smile, call or visit our Torrance office today!