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Mar 06, 2020
It's important to maintain healthy teeth. Treating tooth loss or decay can be expensive. Getting implants, crowns or bridges can be effective in helping a person to chew or speak clearly, but these false teeth are not quite the same as natural teeth. A pretty, natural smile is also seen as very attractive. What you consume can have both a positive or negative effect on your teeth. Keep on reading to learn about the effects certain beverages have on your teeth.
Wine
Red wine can stain your teeth. If you are a wine drinker, try to limit your intake of it. If you must drink wine, brush your teeth about thirty minutes after drinking the wine.
Soda
Soda is one of the most damaging things you can drink. It has loads of sugar, which can cause tooth decay. Soda contains a syrupy sugar that sticks to the teeth. This sticky substance can stain your teeth darker. The sticky sugar is also difficult to remove. When you don't brush properly, the sugar causes plaque and tooth decay. It's important to limit your soda intake. Not only does soda stain and damage teeth, it also has no nutritional value and can bloat your stomach. Drink soda only on special occasions. When you drink a soda, wait about thirty minutes and then brush your teeth. If you don't have a toothbrush with you, use water to swish your mouth clean. This clears away some of the soda caught on your teeth.
Drinking Straws
You could also use a straw when you drink soda or other teeth staining beverages such as coffee. A straw allows the harmful drink to bypass your front teeth and protect the teeth from some of the sugar you're swallowing.
Water
Water is the best beverage you can drink. It won't stain your teeth. Water is good for washing food particles off the teeth, too. Water also helps keep your mouth and overall body hydrated.
Be sure to brush twice daily and floss daily. You should also have your teeth professionally cleaned twice year. For more tips on caring for your teeth, visit Yonge and Seven Dental, in Richmond Hill. Contact us today to book an appointment to better your dental health!