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[Combatron]

Absolutely, a poor vegetarian diet (a poor ANY type of diet) can lead to dental problems.

Throughout the lifecycle, a healthy diet, paired with good oral health care habits, are our best defense against problems with gums and teeth. Most people don't think much about oral health care in the early years, but it turns out that pregnancy and early life present golden opportunities to instill good dental and eating habits that promote the future health of the teeth and gums. For example, although infants should have their first dental visit by the age of 1 year, most parents wait until after most of the primary teeth erupt, usually around the age of 2 or 3 years. By then, cavities and other oral health problems, such as thumb sucking, can be well underway. Lack of early oral care also increases the risk of cavities later on, especially if the child has developed habits like snacking on sweets.

Children over two and adults should go to the dentist twice a year for a professional cleaning. Some children might need fluoride treatments or be prescribed a fluoride supplement; this depends on the fluoride content of your drinking water and of the current oral health. Your pediatrician or dentist is the best person to ask about fluoride. Never self-supplement yourself or a child with fluoride, as this mineral is toxic in large quantities.

Healthy teeth and gums depend on a diet with optimal amounts of ALL the vitamins and minerals. It's so important to consume plenty of servings from each of the food groups: vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and legumes. A vegan multivitamin/mineral supplement is also recommended. If the diet does not contain reliable sources of vitamins B12 and D, at least these 2 nutrients should be included in a supplement.

A diet with too many refined carbohydrates, such as sugar and processed flours, puts us at risk for dental problems. This is because bacteria feed on the carbohydrates we eat and that are left in the mouth, promoting tooth decay and gum damage. The more carbohydrates present, the more bacteria, and the more decay. This is true not only for "junk" like candy but also for healthy foods such as dried fruits. For this reason, frequent brushing and flossing are recommended, especially after meals and snacks, even more especially if the meal or snack has a high sugar content.

[meign]

Thanks for this posts... I can apply this to my growing daughters... tanks a lot;)

[aaroniero]

What causes gum disease?

Your mouth constantly makes a clear, sticky substance called plaque that contains bacteria. The bacteria in plaque make poisons, or toxins, that irritate the gums and cause the gum tissues to break down. If you don't do a good job of removing plaque from your teeth, it can spread below the gums and damage the bone that supports the teeth. With time, the plaque hardens into a substance called tartar that has to be removed by a dentist or dental hygienist.

You are more likely to get gum disease if you:

* Do not clean your teeth well.
* Smoke or chew tobacco.
* Have someone in your family who has gum disease.
* Have a condition that makes it harder for your body to fight infection, such as:
o Uncontrolled diabetes, AIDS, or leukemia.
o A high level of stress.
o A poor diet that’s low in nutrients.

What are the symptoms?

It may be hard to tell if you have a mild case of gum disease. Healthy gums are pink and firm, fit snugly around the teeth, and do not bleed easily. But mild cases of gum disease (gingivitis) cause:

* Gums that are red, swollen, and tender.
* Gums that bleed easily during brushing or flossing.

As gum disease gets worse (periodontitis), the symptoms are easier to see, such as:

* Gums that pull away or shrink from the teeth.
* Bad breath that won't go away.
* Pus coming from the gums.
* A change in how your teeth fit together when you bite.
* Loose teeth.

How is gum disease diagnosed?

To find out if you have gum disease, your dentist will do an exam to look for:

* Bleeding gums.
* Hard buildups of plaque and tartar above and below the gums.
* Areas where your gums are pulling away or shrinking from your teeth.
* Pockets that have grown between your teeth and gums.

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[Nelsonn]

Thanks for information .
I am very health conscious and i always take advise from a good dentists.Normally some food product affects to oral health.We should aware.My dentists Carlisle PA Dentists is a good dentists and he treated oral disorder in well manner.

[zohahunt]

I don't know about that but can say that scurvy gonna be a problem if not taking a proper diet and special vitamin disease also can catch you.