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Factors that increase the risk of tooth decay
1.Bacteria and teeth 2. Type of food or drink 3.Time
4. How many times you eat or drink over the day 5. Strength of tooth enamel
Keep your teeth healthy Breastfeed your baby
if possible
Swap snacks and drinks high in added sugar for fruit and vegetables
Have sugary food and drinks as part of a meal rather than on their own
Eat at set times rather than grazing
Drink plenty of plain tap water
Brush after breakfast and before bed Don’t rinse after brushing Have regular check-ups with the
dentist
Once teeth are through – lift the lip once a month
Tap Water
no sugar safe to drink contains fluoride flushes mouth of food and drink low cost
Keep your teeth healthy Breastfeed your baby
if possible
Swap snacks and drinks high in added sugar for fruit and vegetables
Have sugary food and drinks as part of a meal rather than on their own
Eat at set times rather than grazing
Drink plenty of plain tap water
Brush after breakfast and before bed Don’t rinse after brushing Have regular check-ups with the
dentist
Once teeth are through – lift the lip once a month
Which is the better choice for your teeth?
OR
dried fruit fresh fruit
OR
orange juice milk
OR
bottled water tap water
OReating sticky
foods at a main meal
between meals
OR
crackers wholemeal crackers &
cheese
Which is the better choice for your teeth?
OR
dried fruit fresh fruit
OR
orange juice milk
OR
bottled water tap water
OReating sticky
foods at a main meal
between meals
OR
crackers wholemeal crackers &
cheese