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CONCLUSION Many patients take oral health for granted and will benefit from learning that caries is a preventable disease, and their dietary choices can either promote the progression of disease or aid in preventing caries development. Addressing nutritional choices during dental visits can positively affect patients and can help them make healthier choices for their entire fam- ily. Dental professionals as a community have the ability to educate hundreds of thousands of people. Taking the time to discuss nutrition with patients will pay the dividend of hav- ing healthier patients who truly value their teeth and overall health. As patients come to understand the relationship between oral health and systemic health, the impact of their dietary choices on both will become evident.
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Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics 1-800-877-1600 http://www.eatright.org
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