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Calcium & Vitamin C
Calcium increases bone density in the bones that support teeth. Vitamin C supports the health of connective tissues such as gums. A 2004 study in the Journal of Periodontology discovered that adults with daily calcium intakes of less than 500mgs and vitamin C intakes of less than 60mgs had increased incidences of severe periodontal disease and gingivitis. A good supplementation baseline for calcium is 1000mgs a day and 250mg of vitamin C.
Vitamin D
Decreased vitamin D levels are linked directly to tooth decay and tooth loss. A study conducted over several years on 145 elderly patients with a mean age of 71, found that those who supplemented with at least 1000mgs of vitamin D were able to retain more teeth than those who didn’t.
Magnesium
In a 2005 study, dental researchers discovered that increased blood magnesium levels correlated with “decreased probing depth, less attachment loss, and a higher number of remaining teeth” in subjects over 40. Magnesium works in conjunction with calcium and should be consumed in a 1:2 ratio. For example: 500mg of magnesium to 1000mg of calcium.
Vitamin K
In 1946, Dr. L. Fosdick of Northwestern University examined the relationship between vitamin K2, cavities, and tooth loss. He discovered that those who used topical vitamin K2 in the form of gum had a 60% - 90% reduction in cavities. Vitamin K2 supplements are reportedly safe in dosages up to 45mg per day.
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Vitamin and mineral requirements depend on your gender, age, and health. Smokers may require higher dosages and those who suffer from chronic illnesses may need watch for drug interactions. Please conduct your own research and consult with your physician before undertaking a supplement regime.
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