Diet and Dental Health

Greetings from Dr. Pasch , Dr. Yam, Dr. Shirzadnia and Dr. Song!


Diets low in certain nutrients reduce resistance to oral and dental infections, that is, periodontal disease also known as gum disease, and tooth decay. A healthy immune system is essential to controlling periodontal disease.

Healthy and nutritional diet will improve dental health and overall 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. Supplementation with oral tablets and topical application will reduce the incidence of dental decay by more than 60%. Or, as an alternative please remember to brush with flouridated toothpaste and choose tap water over bottled water, as the tap is surely flouridated whereas tap water usually is not.

Together, a balanced diet, daily use of fluoride, effective brushing and flossing, and sensible eating habits, along with regular dental check ups and preventative visits can reduce the risk of, or even prevent, infectious dental disease.

If you need more information on diet or fluoride supplementation and its relationship to dental health, please don’t hesitate to call our office at (212)689-0024 or email us at appts@newyorkdenturedental.com today!



Best Regards,

Herald Square Dental
& The Denture Center

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Does Being a Vegetarian Affect Your Dental Health?

Of course being a vegetarion is a matter of personal choice and we accept it as perfectly normal. However, we would like to make sure that you, as our patients, are informed on special preventative measures  and extra care tips you should implement to ensure you are taking the best care possible for your body and oral health.

Most adult vegetarians know the importance of balanced nutrition and therefore carefully monitor their diet. The potential for deficiencies is greatest among children and teenagers, and young adults who put themselves on vegetarian/ limited diets without knowing enough about their nutritional needs. Be sure to take the time and educatie your children and loved ones on the importance of balanced and nutritional diet, and the need of variety  in their menu.

Vegetarians could be a subject to a limited nutritional, mineral  and vitamin intake and therefore can experience deficiencies in calcium, vitamin D, riboflavin, vitamin B12 or complete proteins. This can put them at greater risk for tooth decay, enamel erosion and gum disease, and other health risks apart from the ones in the oral cavity. Studies are contradicting on whether by eating the right amount of fruits, vegetables, grains and leafy greens, vegetarians can consume the nutrients they need. Therefore additional vitamin supplement is strongly  recommended.

Vegetarian diets and diets in which fruit comprises more than two-thirds of the total food intake also make individuals more susceptible to dental erosion. Not having enough of the everyday essential nutrients might soften teeth, leading to decay and possibly periodontal disease. Vegetarians might not be able to absorb calcium as well as other people with different diets. Frequent vomiting and acid reflux, both of which can introduce stomach acid into the mouth, also can cause dental erosion.

If you are considering adopting a vegetarian or vegan diet, first consult with your dentist and/or nutritionist to learn how to make smart food substitutions to ensure you are getting all necessary nutrients and to avoid further and unnecessary health risks.

And if you have any questions or concerns, you could always email us at  appts@newyorkdenturedental.com or call us at 212-689-0024. We are here to help!

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References: http://www.yourdentistryguide.com; http://www.westonaprice.org

Poor Oral Health Can Lead to Lower Grades in School

Greetings from Dr. Pasch, Dr. Yam, Dr. Shirzadnia and Dr. Song!

Have you heard that dental problems could affect your child's performance in school?
Children who reported having recent tooth pain were four times more likely to have a low grade point average when compared to children without oral pain, according to an Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC study.

The findings of the reasearchers are that dental problems do not just appear to be connected to lower grades, but also cause more absences from school for kids and more missed work days for parents. Oral health problems are a very significant factor  for children's predisposition for a lower GPA when compared to children without oral health issues.

If it has been a while since you had your child see the dentist for a routine visit, please take a moment and call us at 212-689-0024  or email us at appts@newyorkdenturedental.com to schedule their check up! Let's give our children the best care we can and have them smile more than ever!


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References: http://dentistry.usc.edu