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2 cavities for $3 .

Vending machines are a quick way to satisfy hunger. You put in $3 and you get back 2 candy bars, bag of chips or even a fizzy drink but that’s not all! At the same time that vending machines not only dispenses sweet treats and caffeine bursts, but it also dispenses cavities.

Every time you bite down on that chocolate bar the bacteria in your mouth have a party, feasting on the sugar. The sugar quickly turns into acid which eats away at the tooth’s natural enamel. When this enamel is eaten away by the acid, you get a cavity. Brushing your teeth after eating a sugary treat can help prevent cavities. So before you indulge, think ahead “Can’t brush? Hold that sugar!”

OR

When choosing a snack, think about other options that will not only give you an energy boost, but won’t cause acid buildup that can turn into cavities. For example

  • Fresh Fruits – Apples, Berries, Mango, Melon, Pears.
  • Raw Vegetables  – Broccoli, Carrots, Celery, Tomatoes.
  •  Whole grain Bread, Pretzels.
  • Low fat Milk , low fat Cheese, Low fat Yogurt.
  •  Nuts and seeds – Almond kernels, Cashew nuts, Sunflower seeds.

Please don’t hesitate to contact Dr. Kaufman or to call today Tooronga Family Dentistry, phone number 98227006, for more information on how to avoid cavities or to have an examination to see if there are causes for concern.