#005 - These Everyday Foods Are Destroying Your Teeth 😬🦷

Want to achieve optimal health from the inside out? Discover the holistic dental approach that transforms your oral health and overall well-being. Get expert care from the team at Casuarina Dental—book your consultation today at https://casuarinadental.com.au/ and take the first step toward a healthier future!In this episode of Mind Your Mouth, Dr. Maria Florou breaks down the power of proper chewing and how it impacts both your oral health and overall well-being.She reveals why chewing each bite 50+ times isn’t just a wellness trend—it’s a vital practice for digestion, nutrient absorption, and saliva production. Dr. Florou also shares tips on maintaining healthy oral pH, avoiding afternoon caffeine, and being more mindful at mealtimes.If you’ve ever rushed through meals or overlooked your chewing habits, this episode will change the way you eat—bite by bite.Follow Dr. Maria: https://www.facebook.com/casuarinadental https://www.instagram.com/casuarina_dental/https://www.youtube.com/@mind_your_mouthThe ultimate oral health stack Dr.Maria recommends: Water Flosser: https://geni.us/A3oaHXylitol gum: https://geni.us/yxuBSonic Tooth brush: https://geni.us/ejM6z9hRebounder/ mini trampoline : https://geni.us/QoSBcTongue scraper: https://geni.us/QoSBcAus Infra Red Sauna: https://hyperwellbeing.com.au/product-category/premium-full-spectrum-infrared-saunas/?ref=291US Infra red sauna: https://sunhome.pxf.io/gOXNLBTimestamps:00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:03 - The Importance of Chewing00:02:17 - Chewing and Facial Development00:03:10 - Choosing the Right Foods to Chew00:04:13 - Acidic Foods and Their Effects on Teeth00:05:38 - Balancing Acidic and Alkaline Foods00:06:52 - Hydration and Salivary Production00:08:07 - Impact of Caffeine on Salivary Production00:08:49 - Foods to Avoid for Better Oral Health