Louisville Dentist         Barrett Dental Care          Cosmetic Dentistry

Charles B Barrett DMD FAGD

4505 Shelbyville Road Suite 102 = Louisville KY = 40207 = (502) 895-0911
 

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. Barrett 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 Louisville area.  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 Barrett Dental Care at (502) 895-0911 if you need more information on diet or fluoride supplementation and its relationship to dental care.

 

 

 


Diet and Dental Care
In Louisville Kentucky and the surrounding
St Matthews - Middletown - Prospect - Anchorage KY areas.