Vitamins and Minerals
Vitamin D plays an essential role in a person’s oral health. It helps maintain healthy teeth, releases calcium in the saliva, protects teeth from cavities, and mineralizes teeth enamel. A study concluded that Vitamin D deficiency is directly proportional to tooth decay; that is, if a person has very severe vitamin D deficiency, the person has a higher chance of having cavities. Furthermore, a survey conducted in 2021 showed that children (ages nine and below) experiencing dental issues have low calcium and vitamin D levels in their saliva.
This is true among minerals, especially magnesium, phosphorus, and calcium. The deficiency among these minerals increases the likeliness of developing tooth cavities. An experimental study showed that phosphorus should be taken with vitamin D to avoid making the enamel too soft. The absence or inadequacy of magnesium, phosphorus, and calcium can lead to tooth loss, absorption problems, tooth decay, and gum bleeding.
This is why experts always remind patients to take supplementary vitamins or eat healthier to avoid tooth decay.
