Are All Carbs Created Equal?

Hello, I am Dr. Gordon West of Gordon West DDS: Cosmetic & General Dentistry in Lafayette. Today, we are focusing on diet and oral health.

I’m sure you brush and floss regularly and hopefully visit your Lafayette dental practice for required cleanings, but did you know that making small but important changes to your diet can improve your oral health?

Most Lafayette residents are aware that the sugar found in candy, cookies, juices, and sodas can harm your teeth, but some Boulder people don’t realize that all carbohydrates can cause cavities. A handful of pretzels or a piece of pumpernickel bread can have the same effect on your teeth as a fudge brownie.

All carbohydrates break down into simple sugars, which are converted into plaque, which can then cause cavities and gum disease. Carbs are naturally sticky and adhere to your teeth. Eating carbs with meals is healthier than eating them as snacks because more saliva is generated at mealtime. Saliva helps prevent food particles from sticking to teeth.

At Gordon West DDS: Cosmetic & General Dentistry, I continue to see tooth damage caused by sodas and sports drinks. If you choose to drink them, sip them through a straw. By limiting the contact of these drinks on your teeth you will help preserve your enamel.

Another vital way Boulder residents can improve their oral health is to get 800mg of calcium a day for men and 1,000mg for women under 50. Calcium helps strengthen your jaw and secure your teeth firmly in the jaw bone.

Diet alone will not prevent cavities and harmful gum disease for Lafayette dental patients; however, wise eating supports healthy teeth and gums.

My staff and I at Gordon West DDS: Cosmetic & General Dentistry are accepting new general and cosmetic dental patients in the Boulder area. I encourage you to call 303-665-5335 today to schedule an exam and cleaning, if required.

Gordon West DDS: Cosmetic & General Dentistry in Lafayette offers a full menu of general and specialty dental services including teeth whitening and porcelain veneers. For more details, call today to schedule an appointment or visit https://www.bouldercountysmiles.com/services/.

Dr. West
Gordon West DDS: Cosmetic & General Dentistry
1140 W South Boulder Rd, Ste 201
Lafayette, Colorado 80026
303-665-5335
https://www.bouldercountysmiles.com/services/

Dale Sherritt

2023-06-19

Had a tooth pulled and it went as easy and painless as possible

Jeffrey Nethery

2023-06-15

I am so proud of my beautiful smile! Thanks to the dedicated team at Boulder County Smiles I can now smile with pride. The entire office team are true professionals who always went out of their way to make sure I was comfortable. After my initial consultation with Dr Johns I knew I had found the office that could restore my smile. Dr Johns and Dr West…. Thank you so much for everything you did for me. I will recommend your services forever! With much gratitude, Jeff Nethery

Wendy Wing

2023-06-08

Dr. West and his team are amazing. They’re professional, kind, caring and do the best work. The entire team works together seamlessly. If you’re worried to be in that chair—they got you! So grateful for the years and years of consistent quality service.

Pat Lombardi

2023-06-06

All of the Boulder County Smiles staff are friendly and helpful. Dr. John's is the best! I trust him for all of my oral health needs. If I could rate them higher, I would.

Gail Broschowitz

2023-06-01

Boulder County Smiles is a very pleasant, clean & professional dental facility. Dr West is an excellent, honest Dentist performing services needed & what’s best for the patient. (I had transferred from another dentist that was only interested in building a high balance due to services NOT required).

woody daroca

2023-05-22

Janessa and team at BCS are top notch on all counts. Highly recommend without reservation!

Are All Carbs Created Equal?

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