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Robert F Tanne DMD

315 East Northfield Road Suite 2E = Livingston NJ = 07039
(973) 994-4294

183 1st Avenue = Atlantic Highlands NJ = 07716
(732) 872-9000

 

The effect of diet on dental health

Diets low in certain nutrients reduce resistance to oral and dental infections, that is, periodontal disease (gum disease) and decay.  Dr. Tanne feels a healthy immune system is essential to controlling periodontal disease.

Counseling in the Four Basic Food Groups will improve dental health and general health.  The consumption of sugar, especially in sticky forms or in a baby bottle while sleeping, contributes to the rapid development of dental decay.

The trace nutrient fluoride, may not be adequately supplied by bottle or municipal water supplies throughout the Livingston and Atlantic Highlands areas.  Supplementation with oral tablets and topical application will reduce the incidence of dental decay by more than 60%.

Together, a balanced diet, daily use of fluoride, effective brushing, and sensible eating habits can reduce the risk of, or even prevent, infectious dental disease.

Please don't hesitate to call Robert F Tanne DMD PA at (973) 994-4294 or (732) 872-9000 if you need more information on diet or fluoride supplementation and its relationship to dental care.

 

 

 


Diet and Dental Care
In Livingston New Jersey and the surrounding
West Orange - Millburn - East Hanover NJ areas
or visit our 2nd location in Atlantic Highlands.