To such conclusion the American experts.
A diet consisting of a large number of meat and dairy products that can improve dental health, according to scientists from the University of Michigan and the University of Newcastle.
According to experts, an amino acid in certain foods can reduce the formation of plaque.
In the study, it was found that the amino acid L-arginine, which in large quantities found in red meat, poultry, fish and dairy products, prevents the formation of dental plaque that can cause tooth decay and gum disease. This suggests that vegetarianism, suggesting the exclusion of these products may increase the risk of developing diseases of the oral cavity.
Currently, L-arginine manufacturers are already added to toothpaste or liquid for rinsing the mouth as a remedy for the treatment of tooth sensitivity. But now scientists have discovered that this substance also can protect against dental plaque.
Bacteria are generally grouped together on the surface of teeth, forming a biofilm, which account for 50% of all hospital infections. Experts have found that the same concentration of L-arginine, which are now added to toothpaste, have the potential to control dental plaque, and therefore may be useful in protecting against gum disease.
This discovery could help millions of people avoid tooth decay and gum disease, experts say.
