It is a well established fact that drinking soda and fuzzy drinks is bad for the teeth. Soft drinks erode the enamel on the teeth leading to tooth decay.
Does this mean that soda addicts will land up in the dentists chair? Well, if the following tips provided by the Mayo clinic are followed you can save yourself a trip to the dentist – well atleast in the near future.
- Use a straw when drinking soda. It may help by reducing the contact between your teeth and the beverage. Position the straw near the back of your mouth. One study indicates that a straw positioned near the front of the mouth can, over time, expose your front teeth to a significant amount of acid.
- Don’t brush your teeth right after drinking soda. You may damage the enamel, which is weakened by the acid in carbonated beverages.
- Drink it down. If you sip sugar-sweetened drinks over a long period, you’re increasing exposure to acid and the risk of damage leading to tooth decay.
Reference – Medical News Today, Mayo Clinic
