In a word: yes! Any type of diet affects your body, not just your dental health. When it comes to healthy teeth and gums, vegetarians need to be sure they’re getting adequate nutrition to support their pearly whites. Vegetarians tend to be much healthier than meat eaters, but their dental health can suffer if proper care isn’t taken to ensure their teeth and gums are healthy as well. Why may it be beneficial to go vegetarian, and how can people who adopt this diet protect their smile?

An article by Dr. Nhien Lu. Originally published by Your Dental Health Resource.

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