Zahnpflege & Mundhygiene

Sunlight promotes dental health

Sonnenlicht fördert Zahngesundheit

Have you ever heard that sunlight, especially vitamin D, is supposed to promote dental health? In general, sunlight lifts your mood. The sun's UVB radiation also stimulates the body's own vitamin D production. In today's blog post, we'll explain why sunbathing in moderation is also good for your teeth.

Vitamin D can protect against tooth decay

The UV-B radiation contained in sunlight enables our body to produce vitamin D. And vitamin D is essential for the formation of strong teeth and bones. The positive effects of vitamin D have even been proven and demonstrated in numerous studies. It was also discovered that vitamin D strengthens tooth enamel.

This means that both children and adults are significantly better protected against tooth decay when the body can produce enough vitamin D. The immune system is strengthened, which means that harmful tooth decay bacteria can be eliminated more effectively. Perhaps you weren't aware of how important sunlight is for your teeth.

Sun on the skin also promotes healthy teeth

The sunshine vitamin D is not only able to kill cariogenic bacteria, but also ensures that your teeth benefit directly from an adequate intake of vitamin D. Vitamin D is also able to supply your teeth with important minerals. Calcium and phosphorus are essential for strong tooth enamel.

To get a balanced dose of vitamin D, all you need is a walk in the countryside or a good book outdoors. This will completely satisfy your body's vitamin D needs. Even in the shade or when the sky is cloudy, an hour outside is enough to get enough UV-B radiation.

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