Snacks can wreak havoc on your teeth, but did you know that some snacks are actually good for your dental health? The family dentist at Anchorage Dental Center in Alaska reports that some crunchy snacks are naturally equipped to clean your teeth while you eat!

Here are the Anchorage Dental Center’s recommendations for the best crunchy foods that are good for you and your teeth:

• Apples: So many sweets are off limits for your dental health, but apples are a naturally sweet treat that is good for your teeth as well as your nutrition. Taking a bite into a nice crisp apple alerts your mouth to increase saliva production, and the saliva works like a refreshing shower for your teeth, cleaning away lingering bacteria or bits of food in your mouth. Meanwhile, the texture of the apple gives your gums a stimulating massage and the fiber content helps your body stay happy.
• Celery: A crunchy stalk of celery is a healthy and delicious way to care for your teeth while snacking. The fibrous texture of a celery stalk is almost like a toothbrush made by Mother Nature, massaging your gums and brushing away bacteria. This wholesome snack option is also stacked with vitamins A and C.
• Carrots: These orange root vegetables are nutritional powerhouses packed with vitamin A and fiber. Like these other healthy fruits and vegetables, crunchy carrots spur saliva production and scrape build-up from your teeth, cleaning your mouth as you snack.

Anchorage Dental Center is downtown Anchorage’s go-to family dentist providing the local community with high-quality dental care and excellent service. To schedule your appointment today, call the dentist office at (907) 278-2521 or visit their website.