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Dr. Arman Torbati DDS.

➤ Harvard & USC Graduate
➤ Associate Professor at USC
➤ Diplomate, American Board of Prosthodontics
➤ Prosthodontist, Cosmetic & Implant Dentist

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11600 Wilshire Blvd. Ste 300
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Phone: 310.553.3428
Office hours:
Mon-Fri 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Sat 9:00AM - 2:00PM


Dr. Arman Torbati Recommend Eating Healthy Food

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People are always looking for foods or drinks that are healthier for their teeth. Not all foods are bad for your teeth. There are several foods and drinks that have nutrients and minerals that are good for the teeth and gums. Dental professional Dr. Arman Torbati in Los Angeles work with patients' every day to ensure their choices in foods are best for their teeth.
Cheese is one of those foods that are good for your teeth because it is high in calcium and phosphate. These nutrients help keep the pH in the mouth balanced and kill different types of germs that cause disease of the mouth. The phosphate also helps produce saliva and rebuild loss tooth enamel. So, next time you are hungry for a snack a small piece of cheese can do more than curb your appetite.
Fruits such as apples and strawberries are very beneficial to the teeth. An apple a day not only keeps the doctor away, but will also help keep teeth strong. Strawberries not only help with keeping the teeth white, but it produces vitamin C that helps fight against gum disease. These are some fruits that young children probably will not mind having as a healthy snack.
Vitamin A is a nutrient that is essential for formation of the tooth enamel. Some foods that are a great source of vitamin A are sweet potatoes, broccoli and carrots. These foods are also good with keeping the teeth clean and strong. Many people eat some of these foods weekly without ever knowing the extra great benefits they provide.
Green tea is a beverage that is popular for overall health. The tea is one of the best beverages for healthy gums. The tea is has antioxidants that help reduce inflammation in the body. The tea keeps the gums healthy and stops gum disease. Hot or cold the tea still has great antioxidants in it.
Onions are great for the teeth. They will not do much for your breath but the vegetable has sulfur compounds that kill bacteria in the mouth. Believe it or not, the vegetable is best when eaten raw.
Celery is also another great vegetable that helps in neutralizing bacteria in that body that causes gum disease. These crunchy vegetable sticks help keep the gums stimulated and fighting germs. Celery is great for an anytime snack for both children and adults. Most people appreciate the added benefits celery offer to their diet.
You have heard it time and time again- drink more water! Water does wonders for the mouth and teeth. Water cleans the mouth and allows food particles to wash away. Mineral water allows nutrients that back in the mouth to strengthen the teeth. Water keeps the mouth and gums hydrated and reduce bad breath.
It is important to maintain healthy oral hygiene. If you are not sure about the certain foods that you eat, check with dental health provider Dr. Arman Torbati in Los Angeles, California. Your dentist will be able to tell you choose foods that are great for promoting healthy teeth and gums. Most people find that most of the foods are already right in their kitchen.

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