Dentist-Friendly School Lunch Ideas

It is that time of year again as kids head back to school and moms are busy packing lunches. But since it is unlikely your child will be brushing his or her teeth following their trip through the cafeteria, it is important to choose the right teeth-friendly lunchbox foods.



Here a few things to keep in mind when packing school lunches.


Foods to Avoid


Stay away from foods that are sticky and sweet as they will linger on the teeth and promote decay. Gummy fruit snacks, chewy candies, chocolate, sugary drinks, cookies and dried fruit should be avoided. Instead, make these snacks “treats” and wait to serve them until you’re at home and can brush your child’s teeth once they have eaten them.


Foods to Load Up On


There are plenty of healthy snacks and foods that you can pack in your child’s lunchbox. Keep in mind that the best foods for your child’s teeth are those that minimally-processed and natural.


Here are a few healthy snack and lunch ideas that will keep your child’s mouth and their body healthy, and will also give them the energy they need to take on the rest of their school day.


• Vegetables (raw and cut up) and fresh fruit (as opposed to canned or sweetened dried fruit)


• Whole-grain crackers and cheese


• Hard-boiled eggs


• Plain yogurt sweetened with fresh fruit


• Nuts and seeds


• Whole-grain breads and whole-grain and unsweetened cereals


If you have questions about how to pack a healthy school lunch for your child, give Livonia Dental Care a call. We’d be happy to suggest some nutritious and yummy school lunch ideas that are sure to please you and your child.

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