There is practically no one who has not internalized that children, even though they love it, should not abuse sweets. Not only for the sake of their general health (as a measure, for example, to avoid childhood obesity) but specifically because they are a bomb for dental health.
The specialist in these issues Khaled Kasem, chief orthodontist at Impress (a company of orthodontic clinics), assures that although parents should take into account the danger that excessive sugar consumption poses for their children, that does not mean that they can give them whims with Desserts are also very appetizing and healthy and are the least harmful to dental health.
The first suggestion that Kasem makes may be a bit shocking, since it refers to the beloved chocolate, in a statement to the British newspaper The Sun: “Actually, Chocolate helps fight tooth decay because its grain contains strong antibacterial agents”says this specialist. “However, we should not exaggerate, a small treat is enough to keep cavities at bay!” he points out.
This expert remembers that the consequence for the health of the teeth of consuming too much sugar “is that increases oral acid, which can dissolve the protective enamel on your teeth if left for too longand this, in turn, creates holes and cavities in the mouth.” And it highlights that the United Kingdom’s National Health Service (NHS) recommends parents “replace sweet products such as cakes, chocolate and cereal bars with malt bread, fruit cakes and fruit.”
But sugary sweets shouldn’t be completely banned in schools. tupper that you prepare your children for mid-morning or during snacks, according to the orthodontist. “Luckily, there are plenty of delicious sweets to include in your little one’s lunch that are good for their teeth,” she adds. He suggests adding a cheese product, which could be a Babybel or some cheese sticks.: “Cheese is full of calcium and vitamin D, cheese will help strengthen teeth and whiten enamel,” he explains.
Kasem also proposes three fruits, specifically, to add to the tupper of your children. “Add apples, they are crunchy and the more you chew, the more saliva you will producewhich acts as a protector for the teeth while helping to eliminate dental plaque,” he proposes. Another fruit that is proposed are blueberries. “for its “antioxidant properties”. “Purple berries are low in sugar and also protect the gums.” And other berries that are also worth including are strawberries, the third fruit that he recommends for snacks. “Strawberries can also attack bacteria that cause dental plaque,” he highlights.
And finally, Kasem makes two fundamental recommendations to all parents: encourage frequent water consumption in their children and create a habit of brushing every day. “Drinking water has many more benefits than simply keeping us hydrated, but it also Helps remove plaque and bacteria buildupwhich helps keep your child’s teeth and gums healthy,” she explains.
Regarding tooth brushing, he insists that must be done at the same time every day: “Although the hour before school is a hectic and stressful time, it is important that you create a routine for your child at certain times of the day,” he concludes.
