Tooth-friendly
Tooth-friendly
Tooth-friendly (pronunciation: /ˈtuːθˈfrɛndli/) is a term used to describe foods, beverages, and oral care products that are beneficial to the health of teeth. The concept is closely related to dental health and oral hygiene.
Etymology
The term "tooth-friendly" is a compound word derived from the English words "tooth" and "friendly". The word "tooth" comes from the Old English "tōþ", and "friendly" comes from the Old English "frēondlīce", which means "in a friendly manner".
Related Terms
- Dental Health: The overall health of the teeth, gums, and mouth.
- Oral Hygiene: The practice of keeping the mouth and teeth clean to prevent dental problems.
- Fluoride: A mineral that helps prevent tooth decay by making the tooth more resistant to acid attacks from plaque bacteria and sugars in the mouth.
- Dental Plaque: A sticky film that forms on the teeth and contains bacteria.
- Caries: Also known as tooth decay or a cavity, it is a breakdown of teeth due to acids made by bacteria.
- Dentifrice: A paste, powder, or other preparation for cleaning the teeth.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tooth-friendly
- Wikipedia's article - Tooth-friendly
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