Celery:
Chew on a
celery stick and you can feel it break down into fibrous strands. The chewing
action is a little gym-workout for your gums, and the saliva produced in the
process cleanses the mouth.
Pears and
apples:
The natural fruit sugars in these neutralize acid and help build
healthier teeth and gums. Chewing them is good exercise for the mouth. And
they’re rich in antioxidants and vital nutrients, too.
Clove oil:
Clove is a time-tested spice that improves
oral health. Chewing on a stick of clove when you have a toothache brings
relief from the pain. And if you mix a couple of drops of clove oil in a cup of
warm water and gargle with it, you’ll do your mouth a big favor—clove oil
reduces gum inflammation, zaps away bacteria and freshens breath. Sesame oil is
another powerful mouth healer.
Cheese:
It contains a milk protein called casein, which strengthens the
surface of your teeth. Plus it’s low on acid and sugar and high on calcium. Not
to mention delicious! The ideal cheese for healthier teeth: aged parmesan.
Yogurt:
Plain
yogurt is indeed a star when it comes to smile-enhancing foods. It has casein
and calcium aplenty. Besides, yogurt helps improve digestion, which in turn
gives you fresh breath.




