Question

A- Use at least three reliable sources (Journal articles, Books, Medical websites) to describe the function of nutrition and its association with diet in the promotion of good oral health care.

B- What some recommendations would you give people on the use of sugars, artificial sweeteners and the use of fluoride?

Answer 1

Answer :

• A well balanced ,nutritious diet is important For good oral health and general health .
• Dental hygienists work with their clients to promote good overaloverall health by keeping the mouth and body healthy with preventive oral care treatment and nutrition counselling
• Taking low sugar filled sodas , sweetened fruit drinks or nutritious snacks decrease the risk of tooth loss .
• Should take calcium rich diet For strenthening of teeth .
• Should take vit .C rich diet For healthy gums
• Fat free diet or low fat diet such as fat free milk ,tofu ,canbed salmon ,cheese ,yogurt ,fortified soy  drinks ,almonds and dark green leafy vegetables help to promote strong teeth.and bones .
• Phosphorous ,found in eggs ,fish ,lean meat ,dairy ,nuts and beans is good For strong teeth.
• Be complex vitamins are very help ful For keeping mouth healthy and prevents angular stomatitis ,mouth ulcers etc .

2)

The main cause of tooth loss is tooth decay and one of the most significant factors in the start of tooth decay is what We eat .

• Sugar is undoubtedly a large factor in ttooth decay
• People should take low sugar will have healthy teeth.
• Should decrease the frequency of sugar consumption
• Products that are sticky ,retained For long periods in the mouth may cause bad  oral health .
• Fluoride is usually part of natural diet .
• High exposure to fluoride may cause dental flurosis ,so We should check the fluoride rate in drinking water
• High sugars causes dental caries .
• Reduce Use of soft drinks which contains artificial sweeteners .
• Do not hold or swish acidic drinks
• Seek medical care when intrinsic causes are involved .