It has long been said ‘you are what you eat’, and it is certainly true for your mouth. While some foods like cheeses such as cheddar, Red Leicester or a nice Wensleydale have great benefits for your smile, others do not.
Crisps
Crisps can contain a large amount of salt that can dry your mouth. Having a dry mouth can leave you at a higher risk of tooth decay.
Crisps are also carbohydrates which break down into sugar after eating.
Nigel said, “Sugars react with the plaque in our mouths. This reaction produces plaque acids which attack the enamel of the teeth.
“If you do not effectively brush this away with a toothbrush and toothpaste, this can eventually cause cavities to form in your teeth.”
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