TOOTH FRIENDLY SNACKS

TOOTH FRIENDLY SNACKS: 

TOOTH FRIENDLY SNACKS PRESENTED BY: SIDRA MAQSOOD DOW UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCE

definition: 

definition Toothfriendly products are safe for teeth. To replace sugar, toothfriendly products often contain sweeteners ( polyols , intense sweeteners) that are not fermented by the microflora of the dental plaque. Products that are certified as toothfriendly also do not contain excessive amounts of food acids. Toothfriendly sweets - mints, chewing gum, lollipops, and chocolate - can be enjoyed at any time, without any risk to teeth. In 1983, a WHO working group recommended that the consumption of non- cariogenic " toothfriendly " confectionery should be encouraged.

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To provide consumers with easy guidance to toothfriendly products, the Happy Tooth symbol was created. This registered quality mark distinguishes products ( confectionery , beverage, sweeteners, medicine) that have been proven in a scientific test to lack both a cariogenic and erosive potential. The "toothfriendliness" of a product is tested by means of intraoral pH telemetry . Applying a standardized method, the plaque pH is measured at least in four volunteers during and for 30 minutes after consumption of the product with an indwelling, interproximally-placed, plaque-covered electrode. Products that do not lower plaque pH below 5.7, under the conditions of this test, lack a cariogenic potential. The erosive potential is measured with a plaque-free electrode. The acid exposure of the teeth must not exceed 40 micromol H min. Some examples of toothfriendly sweeteners are: isomalt , xylitol , sucralose , stevia , and erythritol .

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Most people think that sweets and lollies are the main foods to blame for tooth decay but bacteria not only use the sugar in sweets to create acid but can also use any food that contains sugars and other carbohydrates. This includes fruits, peanut butter, biscuits, crackers, potato chips, dried fruit, snack bars, muesli bars and popcorn to name a few. Especially harmful can be foods like raisins and peanut butter that stick to teeth where they provide a constant source of energy for bacteria.

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The distinctive symbol indicates that a confectionery product has been independently tested by an accredited dental institute and proven to be safe for teeth. Dr. Albert Bär , Director of Toothfriendly International, says: “This milestone is an excellent opportunity to analyse what has been achieved so far. The range and quality of toothfriendly sweets has remarkably improved in the last years, thanks to the development of new sugar substitutes.” HISTORY OF HAPPY TOOTH LOGO

HISTORY OF HAPPY TOOTH LOGO: 

HISTORY OF HAPPY TOOTH LOGO Dental professionals have supported the toothfriendly concept from the very beginning. In fact, it was a Swiss dental technician who sketched the first version of the “Happy Tooth ” logo 25 years ago! The number of toothfriendly products has already reached over 100 worldwide. Today, consumers can find the Happy Tooth on a range of different hard candies, toffees, mints, chewing gum and even chocolate .

Happy tooth logo: 

Happy tooth logo The Happy Tooth is a registered trademark which stands for guaranteed toothfriendly quality. The Happy Tooth mark distinguishes products that are not harmful for teeth. All products carrying the Happy Tooth symbol have been scientifically tested and found not to be cariogenic or erosive. The compliance of a product is tested by means of intraoral pH telemetry. Applying a standardized method, the plaque pH is measured at least in four volunteers during and for 30 minutes after consumption of the product with an indwelling, interproximally placed, plaque-covered electrode. Products which do not lower plaque pH below 5.7 under the conditions of this test, lack a cariogenic potential. The erosive potential is measured with a plaque free electrode. The acid exposure of the teeth must not exceed 40mmol H min. The test is conducted by independent university institutes. Toothfriendly International grants the rights to use the trademark.

Ideas for tooth friendly snacks: 

Ideas for tooth friendly snacks Hard boiled eggs Potato cakes, Rice cakes

Ideas for tooth friendly snacks: 

Ideas for tooth friendly snacks Fresh fruit and vegetables such as Carrot, Cucumber, Apple, Pear and Celery, Peeled and chopped Plain yogurt with chopped fresh fruits such as Strawberry, Mango, Banana or Apple

Ideas for tooth friendly snacks: 

Ideas for tooth friendly snacks Toast fingers and soft cheese spread. Homemade plain Popcorn Chapatti

Ideas for tooth friendly snacks: 

Ideas for tooth friendly snacks Nuts such as Pistachio, Cashew nuts, Walnut and Hazelnut Sandwiches Corn

Ideas for tooth friendly snacks: 

Sugar free or products containing sugar substitutes Cheese stick Ideas for tooth friendly snacks

tooth friendly DRINKS: : 

tooth friendly DRINKS : Most kids can’t resist a cold can of sparkling drink; and the occasional one isn’t going to do too much harm. However, most kids drink more than the occasional can of soft drink And what’s more, they drink it throughout the day, which makes it more damaging. Low acid, low sugar drinks are tooth-friendly

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Drinking soft drinks, sports drinks and even fruit juice coats your mouth with sugar for bacteria to feed on and produce acid that attacks tooth enamel. tooth friendly DRINKS :

Teach Your Child Tooth-Friendly Eating and Drinking : 

Teach Your Child Tooth-Friendly Eating and Drinking Cut out all snack foods between meals. If your child has to have a snack to keep them going before dinner, make sure they eat only foods that will be kind to their teeth like cheese, nuts or fruit and get them to wash it down with a glass of water immediately after eating. Remember these simple guidelines and maybe even choose a day to devote to tooth-friendly eating and drinking

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Acid plaque attacks can last up to 20 minutes after you’ve eaten (even if you’ve just had a nibble). The more times you eat during the day the longer your teeth are going to be exposed to acid plaque. Also try and cut out all fizzy , sugary and sports drinks , at least between meals during the day. Even better, try and cut them out completely and drink tap water instead.

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Only eat sweet things at the end of a meal when your saliva is working at its best to wash away food particles and bacteria. Better still, stick to cheese or fruit after a meal After every meal wash food down with water (not sugary carbonated or sports drinks) and chew sugar free gum for 10 minutes to stimulate saliva flow. All this will help to quickly get rid of food particles and bacteria instead of allowing them to sit there causing damage to teeth.