The biggest threat to your child’s smile is tooth decay, despite being preventable. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 20% of children between the ages of 5 to 11 have at least one untreated cavity, making it more common than childhood asthma. You know brushing, flossing, and regular visits to a pediatric dentist can safeguard your child’s smile; however, the foods they eat are equally important to combat cavities. Did you know candy and cookies aren’t the only contributors to decay? Here are 3 surprising foods that can put your child’s smile at risk of cavities.

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