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h a p py h e a lt h y b e au t i f u l s m i l e s
Spring 2012
foods/drinks great for our teeth
We all know that brushing and flossing are both extremely important for healthy
gums and teeth, but did you know that equally as important is what we eat and
drink and how we consume those foods. We all can name a few foods we know
are bad for our teeth, such as candy and sugary drinks, but can you name foods
that are great for your teeth?
greek Salad
We love this salad as a side dish to a fun summer
picnic or BBQ. We’re sure you will too!
Ingredients:
Tbsp. Lemon Juice
2 Cloves Garlic, minced
2 tsp. Kosher Salt
1 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
2 tsp. Minced Fresh Oregano
Freshly Ground Black Pepper
1 Head Romaine Lettuce (about 1 lb.), trimmed
of tough stems and torn into bite-sized pieces
6 oz. Calamata Olives, about 1 cup
1/2 lb. Feta Cheese, crumbled
1 English (seedless) Cucumber, thinly sliced
12 oz. Vine-Ripened Cherry Tomatoes, halved
1 Small Red Onion, thinly sliced
1 Green Pepper, trimmed, seeded, and sliced
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice,
garlic, salt, and oil. Stir in the oregano and
pepper to taste. Set aside.
When ready to serve: In a large bowl, lightly toss
the lettuce with some of the dressing. Scatter the
olives, cheese, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, and
peppers over the top of the greens. Serve and
pass the remaining dressing at the table.
Acid is a tooth’s worst enemy. This acid can come
directly from foods or drinks or can be produced
by bacteria that thrive on sugar found in the foods
we eat. To combat this enemy, we need to consume
foods that neutralize acids, provide minerals and
vitamins that aid in repairing tooth enamel and
stimulate saliva. Some of the best foods to consume
are high fiber fruits and vegetables which can
physically scrub the teeth and also often require
longer chewing times that stimulate saliva flow.
Saliva neutralizes acids, and contains calcium and
phosphates that help rebuild minerals. Water is
necessary in our tooth friendly diet, as well. It is the primary component of saliva
and is important in rinsing our mouths following eating foods and sugary drinks.
Dairy products without added sugar, nuts, and other foods high in phosphorus,
calcium, vitamin A, C, and D also aid in maintaining healthy teeth and gums.
Following is a scrambled list of healthy foods for our mouth. Have some fun and
you will find the answers on the back. You will see that all of these foods fit nicely
into an overall healthy diet. Enjoy something great for your mouth today!
Ten Great Foods/Drinks for our Teeth
Unscramble these words to discover great foods your teeth can enjoy!
1. cprsi lesegtavbe
2. rcsip utfisr
3. lmki, secehe
4. usnt
5. gesg
6. amte, ifhs, & olruytp
7. aetrw
8. yefal ngere gbveteaels
9. lohew sgnari
10. asbne
We’re participating in the summer reading Program again this year!
It was so much fun last summer to see all the children come into our
office for free toothbrushes and a prize and discuss some of their favorite
books they were reading, that we have decided to participate in our local
libraries’ Summer Reading Program again this year.
Sign up at your local library and receive many prizes, including our
“Reading Makes Me Smile” bookmark/coupon. These bookmarks can
also be earned at your child’s local elementary school for the last
trimester of the year.
Dr. Butterfield loves to read and loves to hear your book recommendations.
We look forward to seeing you! Happy reading!
2630 S. Eagle Road, Meridian, ID 83642 | 208-888-0625 | www.scdsmiles.com
oral pathology exam
I am occasionally asked if a patient can have a cleaning without an exam. My
answer to that is having at least two dental exams in a calendar year is the
standard of care. In other words, it is the usual and customary treatment provided
by your dentist. It is the standard of care based on scientific evidence showing
it is the best way to catch disease early on. A dental exam with the appropriate
radiographs allows a dentist to diagnose the health of a patient’s mouth. Not only
do dentists look at the teeth, we also look at the tissue that support the teeth and
other soft tissue. As most people know, some diseases are easier to treat if found
early, such as oral cancer. At Stone Creek Dental we strive to prevent disease, but
sometimes disease still happens no matter how hard we work together to prevent
it. We know that by catching it early, we are able to serve you better.
Answers to Scrambled Words:1.crisp vegetables 2.crisp fruits 3.milk,cheese 4.nuts 5.eggs
6.meat,fish,&poultry 7.water 8.leafy green vegatables 9.whole grains 10.beans