Nutrition and Oral Health?  Are they Connected?

When patients have asked us that question at Loveland Family Dentistry, we answer with a resounding "YES"!  We know that Oral health is an integral component of systemic health.  Compromised oral health can alter food choices and negatively impact food intake. 

We also know that many other health conditions are impacted by a person's nutrition.  In an effort to guide our patients to their best health, Loveland Family Dentistry is working with Tiana Sexton whose information you will see below!

 

Hello, my name is Tiana and I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.

Maintaining oral health is a vital part of keeping us healthy. Our mouth is the gateway to the rest of our body and can be an indicator of what else is going on inside us.

One way we can support our oral health is through proper nutrition. Not only is nutrition essential to oral health, our oral health can affect how well we can ingest and absorb the nutrients we get from food.

With this bi-directional relationship I have teamed up with Loveland Family Dentistry to provide individuals with one-on-one nutrition counseling services at their office in Loveland.

Our hope is that we can provide you with the care needed to start living a happier, healthier life.

A little bit about me –

My passion is to help you reach your goals without sacrificing the foods you love. I believe that strength can be found in partnership and collaboration, and I am here to support you every step of the way.

Together, we can explore the connection between the foods you eat and the way you feel. We use your personal preferences, your goals, and nutritional needs to create a long-term, sustainable lifestyle.

Areas of focus include:

·         General Wellness

·         Prediabetes & Type 2 Diabetes

·         High Cholesterol & High Blood Pressure

·         Gastrointestinal Health & Conditions

·         Prenatal Nutrition

Have questions or interested in learning more? Schedule a free 20-minute call by click here.

To learn more about my services, pricing and payment options visit tianasextonnutrition.com.

Be well,

Tiana Sexton, RDN


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