Mouthy Vitamins

I recently had my bi-yearly dental check up. The verdict: An old filling is deteriorating and I need another crown. I say “another” because, at a mere 29 years old, I have had 3 root canals, covered by 3 crowns. And I am not the only one in my family to suffer from these dental ailments. My dad received a full set of dentures at 52 years old and my younger sister has had more root canals than I have, not to mention multiple cavities filled. Which, of course, got me thinking: aren't there vitamins to help prevent these oral issues?

Vitamin A aids in the healthy formation of teeth and skin.

Calcium is involve in the building of bones and teeth. Because the jawbone is the foundation of the teeth, if that bone is not health, the rest of the mouth won't be either.

Phosphorous works hand-in-hand with calcium to make strong bones and teeth. It also helps to build tooth enamel.

Vitamin D promotes and maintains calcium absorption which is necessary to develop and maintain health teeth and bone.

Vitamin C promotes healthy teeth and gums.

Of course, brushing multiple times per day, flossing, having fluoridated water and avoiding sugar also helps to prevent tooth decay. As for me, I am going to blame genetics.

-Community Assistant