Blog Post Our Teeth Versus Soda (Newmarket, NH)

Blog Post Our Teeth Versus Soda

Soda is everywhere. It s in every vending machine restaurant and grocery store. You ve likely heard that drinking pop isn t good for your teeth but nearly everyone drinks it. Can it really be that bad Spoiler alert in the battle between your teeth and soda soda always wins. A can of pop is delicious but it also can have horrible effects on your dental health. Newmarket Dentist has put together this guide on how sugary drinks affect your teeth and what you can do to avoid serious damage.How Soda Damages Your TeethIt s not a secret that soft drinks contain a lot of sugar. Sugar on its own isn t what damages our teeth. However when we drink a sugar-filled soda it starts to interact with the bacteria in our mouth. Some of the bacteria in our mouth are good for our oral health but others are not. The harmful bacteria eat the sugar and excrete acids which affects our teeth enamel.The shiny outer layer of our teeth is the enamel. Enamel is your teeth s main line of defense and is needed to protect the nerves and dentin. The reason soda can lead to tooth decay is that the acids in the soda and the acids produced by bacteria hurt the enamel. If this happens too often the teeth can become weak brittle and sensitive.Once your teeth are vulnerable the bacteria in your mouth can then easily form cavities. Cavities that are left untreated ultimately lead to other serious oral health problems.Is Sugar the Only Culprit If sugar were the only issue switching to an option like diet-coke would solve all our problems. Sadly it s not that simple. Diet drinks are better than regular soda for our oral health but diet options still contain other acids that hurt our teeth. Carbonic acid is what created bubbles in your drink so even unsweetened fizzy drinks can cause problems due to the high acidity level.Minimizing Damage Caused by SodaThere is a substantial link between soda consumption and tooth decay. However that doesn t mean you should avoid drinking them entirely. Stopping drinking them all together might be the best way to avoid damage but it is still safe to consume in moderation. Here are 7 tips for how to help protect your teeth from soda induced tooth decay.Drink in moderation. If you re going to drink soda try to reduce how often you drink it. Avoid drinks with the most acid. Pepsi and Coca-Cola are some of the most acidic sodas you can drink. Instead consider opting for a less acidic option like Sprite or Diet Coke. To read the full article click here.If you are a local Newmarket resident and are concerned about the current state of your oral health browse our Newmarket Dentist Directory for FREE and find a near-by dental clinic Read More s www.newmarketdentist.ca blog our-teeth-versus-soda Phone (905) 947 9818 Email info(at)newmarketdentist.ca