Calcium:

Calcium is the building block of teeth, giving them hardness and structure. When you’re not consuming enough food with calcium, the resulting deficiency can have an impact on your teeth, causing them to weaken and become less dense and making you more susceptible to tooth decay and even tooth loss.

Teenage girls and post-menopausal women are especially more vulnerable to calcium deficiency. During puberty, the body demands more calcium

(mg)3:

BIRTH TO 6 MO

INFANTS 7–12 MO

CHILDREN 1–3 YRS

CHILDREN 4–8 YRS

CHILDREN 9-13 YRS

TEENS 14–18 YRS

ADULTS 19–50 YRS

ADULT MEN 51–70 YRS

ADULT WOMEN 51–70 YRS

ADULTS 71 YRS AND OLDER

PREGNANT & BREASTFEEDING TEENS

PREGNANT & BREASTFEEDING ADULTS for teeth and bone growth but teens may not consume enough foods rich in calcium. Meanwhile, hormonal changes and a decreased ability to absorb calcium during menopause may lead to calcium deficiency later in life.1

Regular dental visits can help your dentist evaluate the state of your teeth and determine whether you might be calcium deficient. To help keep your teeth strong and healthy, it’s important to regularly include foods with calcium such as milk, yogurt, cheese, kale, broccoli and bok choi.. 2