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A beautiful smile and healthy mouth actually can come from in
addition to regular brushing and flossing a daily diet that does
not lack the essential vitamins and minerals that make vital
contributions to a person’s oral health. Many people overlook
the importance of good nutrition in keeping their smile
beautiful and their mouth healthy.

The mineral calcium and Vitamin D are of particular importance
to obtaining healthy teeth. These two substances work together
as calcium absorption is enhanced by Vitamin D. Sufficient
calcium is essential to the very structure of the teeth as are
phosphorus and magnesium.

Vitamin A is an essential part of the production of the tooth
enamel. A deficiency in Vitamin A can cause overgrown gums,
bleeding gums and gum disease. Vitamin C because of its role in
the health and function of the small capillaries that bring
oxygen and nutrients throughout the body is also important to
oral health. Vitamin C deficiencies can result in bleeding gums
and loose teeth as well as mouth sores The Vitamin B complex is
also essential to a healthy mouth as deficiencies can cause
cracking and bleeding of the lips as well as open sores and
lesions on both the inside and outside of the mouth. These open
sores aside from the discomfort that they cause offer an
opportunity for a wide variety of bacteria, viruses and other
contaminants to enter the blood stream.

Fluoride is widely known as an important agent in the prevention
of tooth decay and is the active ingredient in the vast majority
of toothpastes in the market today. In addition to acting to
prevent tooth decay it also strengthens tooth enamel, working in
partnership with calcium and phosphorus. Copper, zinc, iodine,
iron and potassium are other minerals that are essential to good
oral health.

It is unfortunate but true that most people do not eat well
enough to obtain all of the vitamins, minerals and other
necessary nutrients through their daily diets alone. Failing to
meet the recommended daily intake levels of vitamins and
minerals can result in significant health problems. Therefore,
if you find that you are consistently not achieving these intake
levels in your day-to-day diet you may want to consider using
dietary supplements to meet your nutritional needs. Dietary
supplements are safe when used properly. However, they should
not be used as a substitute for healthy food as they are meant
to complement the diet and only work best when they have real
food to attach themselves to. If you find yourself unsure of
which daily supplements you should include in your day-to-day
nutritional plan a consultation with your healthcare
professional or a licensed nutritionist can help you to make the
selections best suited to your individual dietary needs and
health goals.

While a beautiful smile and healthy mouth are certainly
aesthetically pleasing and uplifting to one’s self-confidence,
attention to oral health serves a practical purpose as well.
Strong teeth mean that a wide variety of foods can be eaten
while a healthy mouth means that there are no open sores in the
mouth that can serve as an open invitation for bacteria, viruses
and other contaminants to enter the bloodstream to cause
illness, infection and disease. Making sure that your daily
intake of the vitamins and minerals associated with oral health
is sufficient in addition to daily dental care will ensure that
you can have a lovely smile.

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