People have known for a long time that including dairy in their diets can help maintain healthy bones and even help promote weight loss. But what you may not know is that the routine intake of dairy products may also help promote periodontal health. Since June is National Dairy Month, Dr. Iain Allan, Dr. William Mulgrew and Dr. Angie Smith and our team at Okanagan Orthodontics want you to know that patients who consume at least 55 grams of dairy products, such as milk, cheese, and yogurt, may significantly reduce instances of gum disease.
Have questions about which foods to choose when trying to improve your oral health? Contact our Kelowna, British Columbia office and ask our team!