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If you’re interested in modifying your diet for healthier teeth and gums, we have one word for you to remember: dairy! As it turns out, dairy products are some of the best food and beverage choices you can make to maintain good oral health. Here are a few recommendations of which dairy products to enjoy, and how they can benefit your teeth and gums.

There’s no doubt about it: dairy products are an excellent way to help achieve and maintain good oral health. But there are, of course, a few caveats. Avoid products that contain sugar. Milk provides huge benefits, but the sugar contained in chocolate and other flavored milk may do just as much harm as the calcium does good. The same holds true for yogurt: plain yogurt is always a better option than those that are loaded with sugar, and especially those that come with a packet of crunchy additions like chocolate chips! And if you’re concerned about eating too much saturated fat, opt for low-fat options instead.

So enjoy dairy and celebrate that you’re doing something good for your teeth and gums at the same time.