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★★★★★ SnACk AnD SiP All DAY? riSk DeCAY What and how often you eat can affect your teeth Almost all foods have some type of sugar. You cannot and should not remove all sugar from your diet. Many foods and drinks, like apples, carrots, and milk, naturally contain sugars. They also have vitamins, minerals, and nutrients that your body needs. Eating habits and food choices can lead to tooth decay, or cavities. A steady supply of sugary foods and drinks, including sports and energy drinks, can damage teeth. But snacking or "grazing" all day long can also lead to tooth decay. Plaque (sounds like "back") is a sticky film of bacteria that forms on teeth. When you do not remove plaque from your teeth every day, it builds up. Plaque bacteria use sugar to make acid that attacks enamel, the hard surface of the tooth. The acid can attack tooth enamel for up to 20 minutes after you consume sugary foods or drinks. When you have sugary foods or drinks many times a day or sip the same sugary drink for a long time, acid attacks the enamel again and again. Repeated acid attacks can cause tooth decay, which must be treated by a dentist. One way of making smarter food and drink choices is to read their labels to make sure they are low in added sugar. For teeth to be healthy, they need vitamins, protein, calcium, and phosphorous. A healthy diet keeps your mouth healthy Eating a healthy diet helps keep you from feeling tired, getting sick, being overweight, and having other health problems, like tooth decay. Reduce your risk of tooth decay • Limit sugary drinks and snacks between meals. Remember, many sports and energy drinks have sugar, too. If you do snack, choose foods that are low in sugar and fat. PERSONALIZE IT #DAB031 See page 86 A healthy diet is one that • is based on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fat-free or low-fat dairy products • includes lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, and nuts • is low in saturated fats, trans fats, salt (sodium), and added sugars • If you have sugary foods and drinks, have them with meals. Saliva increases during meals and helps weaken acid and rinse food particles from the mouth. W292 6 panels • Chew sugarless gum that has the ADA Seal. Chewing gum for 20 minutes after meals has been shown to reduce tooth decay. 50 per pack QTY MEMBER RETAIL 50 $26.00 $39.00 100 $45.50 $68.25 500 $192.00 $288.00 1,000 $325.00 $487.50 • Drink water. Drinking tap water with fluoride can help prevent tooth decay. And it can help wash away sugary drinks. • has foods in the amounts shown on the My Plate picture • See your dentist regularly. W292 HeAltHY moUtH, HeAltHY BoDY: mAkinG tHe ConneCtion BESt SEllEr By asserting that oral health is connected to whole-body health, this brochure positions the dentist as a partner in the pursuit of overall health. It outlines how periodontal disease is of particular concern to smokers, diabetics and those with other chronic illnesses, and how the disease may also be linked to heart disease and stroke. Features a list of warning signs and graphics of the disease's effects. OVERALL HEALTH PATIENT EDUCATION rEVISEd BESt SEllEr An essential partner in your fight against the sugary-drinks epidemic! Spells out how sweet foods and drinks hasten acid attacks that can damage teeth. Gives pointers on reducing the risk of tooth decay. Also provides tips on choosing healthy foods, with a link to the USDA's Food Plate. PERSONALIZE IT #DAB021 See page 87 W203 6 panels 50 per pack QTY MEMBER RETAIL 50 $26.00 $39.00 100 $45.50 $68.25 500 $192.00 $288.00 1,000 $325.00 $487.50 W203 DiABeteS AnD YoUr orAl HeAltH Oral Health Problems Related to Diabetes Gums Ligament Oral health problems related to diabetes are: • gum disease • thrush • slower healing after surgery Thrush HEALTHY GUMS Bone When gums are healthy, teeth are supported by the ligament and bone. GUM DISEASE Gum disease (also called periodontal disease) is when the tissues that hold your teeth in place become irritated and inflamed. If the disease is severe, it can destroy the tissue and bone. This can lead to tooth loss. Young adults with diabetes are about twice as likely to get gum disease. In older adults with diabetes, gum disease is often more frequent and more severe, especially if they smoke. Periodontal disease can lead to the loss of the bone that supports teeth. If the disease is not treated, it can result in tooth loss. People with gum disease may not see any symptoms. However, if you notice any of the following, see your dentist immediately: Diabetics with poor blood sugar control are more likely to lose teeth than diabetics who have good control. There are also data suggesting that treating gum disease might help improve blood sugar control, which can improve overall health. • gums that bleed easily That's why it is important to have healthy blood sugar levels, have a well-balanced diet, practice good oral care at home, and see your dentist regularly for checkups. TWICE A DAY Regular oral hygiene can help keep thrush in check. Your dentist may prescribe medicine to treat this condition if needed. THRUSH Gum Disease rEVISEd Spell out the connection between diabetes and oral healthBRUSH this easy-to-read brochure. with Details the connection between diabetes and gum FLOSS disease; perio photos and a list of symptoms are included. Reveals that diabetes is also related to Prevent Problems with Daily Oral Care thrush and slower healing after surgery. Highlights the importance of careful oral care and regular dental visits for diabetic patients. Thrush is a fungal infection. It occurs more often in people with diabetes. Thrush causes white or red patches in the mouth that may be sore or may become ulcers. It may attack the tongue and cause a painful, burning sensation. This can make it difficult to swallow and can dull your sense of taste. Slower Healing EVERY DAY If you keep your teeth clean, you are less likely to get tooth decay, gum disease, and other oral infections. Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste. This will remove plaque, the sticky film of bacteria on teeth that can lead to gum disease. Also clean once a day between your teeth with floss or another between-the-teeth cleaner. PERSONALIZE IT toothpaste, a toothbrush and other oral See page 86 Choose #DAB068 If you have diabetes, it may take your body longer to heal after surgery. This includes having a tooth pulled or any other oral surgery. Your dentist will take your diabetes into account when planning your treatment. care products that show the American Dental Association's Seal of Acceptance. This says that a product has met ADA standards for safety and effectiveness. • constant bad breath or bad taste • gums that have pulled away from the teeth • pus between the teeth and gums when the gums are pressed W604 8 panels 50 per pack LOOK FOR DENTAL PRODUCTS THAT DISPLAY THE ADA SEAL OF ACCEPTANCE • a change in the way your teeth fit together when you bite • a change in the fit of partial dentures W604 56 ADA_Catalog_PRINT_9.5.indb 56 QTY MEMBER 50 mouthrinse $27.00 or toothpaste to control gum $40.50 100 $49.00 $73.50 500 • permanent teeth that are loose or separating RETAIL $198.00 $297.00 1,000 $335.00 $502.50 Your dentist may suggest using an antimicrobial inflammation. He or she also may recommend rinsing with a fluoride mouthrinse or applying fluoride at home and/or in the dental office to help prevent tooth decay. o r D e r BY PH o n e: 80 0.947. 4746 9/5/13 11:35 AM