To my fellow snackers: this one might hurt.
If there’s one thing you’ll always find me doing, it’s snacking.
So, I reached out toDr.
“So at this acidic level, we are more prone to getting cavities.
Luckily, our saliva works to buffer the acids and get it back to normal each time we eat.
are more likely to cause cavities.
“Remember that carbohydrates are energy sources for bacteria.
“A starting cavity is just a cavity that your dentist can detect in its early stages.
Shyla’s big piece of advice?
Shyla warns that sugar-laden gums can actually make thingsworse.
Dr. Mackie recommends drinking water right away after each meal or snack.
“Water washes debris off your teeth.
It also helps to raise the pH of your mouth so that it’s not acidic.”
Shyla reiterated this and emphasized the importance of flossing every day and brushing twice a day.
So don’t worry, fellow grazers; we don’t need to start cutting snacks out cold turkey.
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