India, June 11 -- You watch what you eat for your waistline, body weight, and overall health. From mind to gut health, your plate silently shapes your body's functions. But you may be missing out on a key essential- oral health. What you eat also impacts your teeth and gums. Moreover, brushing, the most fundamental oral hygiene practice, also lies at the intersection of diet and dental care. Citrus fruit is at the centre of this concern.

Orthodontist Dr Jaineel Parekh from Laxmi Dental Limited shared with HT Lifestyle how your dietary choices directly influence your oral health, from enamel erosion causing cavities to gum issues. Dr Parekh also cautioned against brushing immediately after eating citrus fruits (like orange or lemon), as i...