Dental Nutrition Tips

Vitamin C is a natural anti-inflammatory. It aids in reducing pain either by decreasing

local fluid levels or because of diuretic properties that reduce inflammation.

In addition vitamin C is an antioxidant and aids in reducing pain by reducing free-radical formation.

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It is logical that vitamin C will be beneficial in helping reduce inflammation in the oral cavity as well as help reduce pain.

In the natural prevention and treatment of skin cancer vitamin C is noted:

Zane Kime, M.D., in a groundbreaking book called Sunlight, demonstrates that the sun creates free-radical damage only in the absence of protective antioxidants and the presence of harmful fats. The antioxidants he discussed were vitamins A, C, and E and the trace mineral selenium, but there are many others. Harmful fats include hydrogenated oils, refined oils, and saturated fat; that is, the fats in the standard American high-fat diet.

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It would appear that harmful fats can contribute to the development of cancer in any part of the body including the oral cavity in the absence of protective antioxidants. Healthy oral tissue and over-all health is very much influenced by a healthy diet which includes vitamin C.

In the preparation for surgery vitamin C is helpful:

The body’s attempt to heal itself should be supported with nutritional and herbal supplements, proper diet, and toning exercises. Additional vitamin C, vitamin B6, and magnesium are particularly important to counteract the stress of surgery on the body.

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Anything that will help the body’s attempt to heal itself obviously is a good thing and that would apply to oral surgery or any dental procedure as well.

Dangers one should be aware of:

Vitamin C supplements raise the risk of kidney stones. Vitamin C supplements, as with vitamin E, should be avoided by cancer patients who are undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy. Vitamin C supplements could interfere with chemotherapy or radiotherapy by suppressing free-radical production, which is necessary to kill cancer cells.

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Conclusion: Vitamin C is essential in a healthy diet. Don’t discount the benefits of this valuable and essential vitamin in helping to maintain a healthy oral cavity.

Here’s to a healthy mouth supported by good nutrition including vitamin C.

-Blair
Mr. Nutrition
Nutrition Research Advocate
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