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VOLUME 1 , ISSUE 3 ( Summer Issue, 1999 ) > List of Articles

RESEARCH ARTICLE

Assessment of the Effect of Selected Snack Foods on the Remineralization/Demineralization of Enamel and Dentin

Mark E. Jensen, Kevin Donly, James S. Wefel

Citation Information : Jensen ME, Donly K, Wefel JS. Assessment of the Effect of Selected Snack Foods on the Remineralization/Demineralization of Enamel and Dentin. J Contemp Dent Pract 1999; 1 (3):25-36.

DOI: 10.5005/jcdp-1-3-25

License: CC BY-NC 3.0

Published Online: 01-08-2004

Copyright Statement:  Copyright © 2000; The Author(s).


Abstract

This study utilized volunteer subjects to examine caries-like lesions for remineralization and demineralization patterns in dentin and enamel when nine different snack foods were eaten between meals. Caries progression was observed in enamel and dentin when apple juice, a cola beverage, and sweetened (strawberry) yogurt were consumed as snacks. Remineralization of enamel was observed when cheddar cheese, skim milk, 2% milk, whole milk, chocolate milk, and orange juice were used as between meal snacks. Dairy products, with the exception of the sweetened yogurt, generally reduced the amount of demineralization produced in dentin. This study helps establish a scientific basis for appropriate between-meal snacks for patients who are concerned about their dietary habits as a part of their overall preventive oral health plan.

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