Kelsey McClellan for The New York Times Sugary foods — and in particular, those composed of sucrose, or table sugar — are especially bad for your teeth because harmful bacteria thrive on them.

It’s well known that foods high in sugar are bad for teeth. But what other foods can cause problems? And should you eat foods high in certain vitamins and minerals to maintain your dental health?

or a hamburger bun those starches are basically long chains of sugar starchy foods tend to cling around the gum line and stick in-between teeth … I would advise you to avoid anything really stic ...

Soft drinks, both sugary and sugar-free, contain acids that can erode enamel and increase the risk of cavities, especially when consumed regularly. Sticky foods like toffee, caramel, and dried fruits ...

But with its bubbly texture comes a common concern: is seltzer water bad for your teeth ... water is a much safer choice for your teeth than sugar-laden beverages. Dr. Edmond Hewlett, a ...