IF YOU MAKE ONE CHANGE…

…Look after your smile

We brush our teeth twice a day, but what else can we do to support our oral health? Understanding which foods can help – and hinder –can go a long way towards keeping our teeth healthy, and might avoid costly dental work too.

Flossing can protect you from gum disease, but did you know there are some foods that can proactively help to ‘clean’ your teeth?

Crunchy foods like raw carrots, apples and celery boost saliva production, which rinses away bacteria*

Sugary foods can contribute to tooth decay as your mouth uses more acid to break down the sugar, which can lead to the surfaces of teeth eroding**. Eat treats like cakes, favoured yogurts, cereal bars and ketchup in moderation and as part of a meal to try to limit the damage to your teeth.

Calcium-rich foods can help to strengthen enamel and neutralise acid in your mouth* –try milk, almonds, kale and boney fish such as sardines.

Some food and drink with strong colours (or the tannins in red wine and coffee) can cause staining. Watch out for turmeric, balsamic vinegar, fruit juices and soy sauce – rinse your mouth with water after eating these, or chew sugar-free gum to stimulate saliva***

Little brush, big reach – can clean up to 40% more of your teeth than regular brushing

TePe interdental brushes are expertly designed featuring easy-grip handles made with renewable material*. They comfortably get to those hard-to-reach places, getting you closer to 100% clean – we’re big on oral health. Get into good habits at tepe.com/uk

* Source: assets.nhs.uk/tools/download-panels/data/weight-loss/pdf/wlp7.pdf