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How to Strengthen & Repair Tooth Enamel Naturally with Vitamins & Minerals

A diet rich in vitamins and minerals, such as calcium and phosphorus, can naturally help repair tooth enamel.1 It can also protect your teeth against foods and drinks that cause acid erosion. Below are some minerals, nutritious food and vitamins that support remineralization and strengthen teeth enamel.

Vitamins and Minerals for Tooth Enamel

Bowl of Nuts

Calcium

Calcium is important; it’s a mineral that strengthens and repairs your tooth enamel.2 You may already know that dairy products are a great source of calcium, but so are leafy greens, vegetables and almonds.1,2

 

Acidic Berries and Orange

Vitamin D

Vitamin D helps you absorb the substances needed to remineralize your teeth, including calcium and phosphorous.2 It can be found in salmon, tuna, mushrooms and egg yolks.2

 

Smoked Salmon with Acidic Lemon

Phosphorus

Phosphorus plays a critical role in dental health because it naturally protects and rebuilds tooth enamel.1 The best sources of phosphorus include protein-rich foods like meat, poultry, fish and eggs.1

 

Healthy Diet with Baked Sweet Potatoes

Vitamin A

Vitamin A is a key nutrient in strengthening and building tooth enamel.1 Most foods with vitamin A are orange—making it easy to remember that sweet potatoes, cantaloupe and carrots are all vitamin A powerhouses.1

 

Sources of Magnesium

Magnesium

Magnesium controls the balance of other nutrients in your body to help remineralize tooth enamel and strengthen your bones.2 Avocado, squash seeds and leafy greens are all good sources of this important mineral.2

 

Source Citations:

  1. Oral Health – The Nutrition Source. Harvard Health. https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu/oral-health/. Accessed 5/22/24.
  2. Good Nutrition for Good Dental Health. University of Pennsylvania. https://mypenndentist.org/our-services/general-dentistry/importance-of-good-nutrition-for-good-dental-health/. Accessed 5/22/24.

Vitamins and Minerals for Tooth Ename

Bowl of Nuts

Calcium

Calcium is important; it’s a mineral that strengthens and repairs your tooth enamel.2 You may already know that dairy products are a great source of calcium, but so are leafy greens, vegetables and almonds.1,2

 

Acidic Berries and Orange

Vitamin D

Vitamin D helps you absorb the substances needed to remineralize your teeth, including calcium and phosphorous.2 It can be found in salmon, tuna, mushrooms and egg yolks.2

 

Smoked Salmon with Acidic Lemon

Phosphorus

Phosphorus plays a critical role in dental health because it naturally protects and rebuilds tooth enamel.1 The best sources of phosphorus include protein-rich foods like meat, poultry, fish and eggs.1

 

Healthy Diet with Baked Sweet Potatoes

Vitamin A

Vitamin A is a key nutrient in strengthening and building tooth enamel.1 Most foods with vitamin A are orange—making it easy to remember that sweet potatoes, cantaloupe and carrots are all vitamin A powerhouses.1

 

Sources of Magnesium

Magnesium

Magnesium controls the balance of other nutrients in your body to help remineralize tooth enamel and strengthen your bones.2 Avocado, squash seeds and leafy greens are all good sources of this important mineral.2

 

Source Citations:

  1. Oral Health – The Nutrition Source. Harvard Health. https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu/oral-health/. Accessed 5/22/24.
  2. Good Nutrition for Good Dental Health. University of Pennsylvania. https://mypenndentist.org/our-services/general-dentistry/importance-of-good-nutrition-for-good-dental-health/. Accessed 5/22/24.
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