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A member asked:
Does nutrition affect a child's growing teeth, for normal kids in the u.s.?
8 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Yes: Diet affects everything! it is the "fuel" for our cellular engines. You wouldn't put lousy fuel into your car, so why not put the right fuel into your body. Study appropriate diet.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Yes: Calcium and Fluoride affect developing teeth as does general nutrition. Tetracycline antibiotics, which should not be used in children, can cause discoloration of teeth. "normal" kids in the us should develop their teeth normally.
Answered 7/15/2014
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Yes: Calcium and vitamin D absorption are especially important for strong healthy teeth. In adequate intake of either could affect teeth. Nutrition is also important for healthy gums and nerves which support the teeth. A well balanced diet is recommended. Plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables also help to "brush" the teeth and are low is sugar. High sugar can lead to dental caries.- so diet matters.
Answered 11/27/2017
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