At Thomas Family Dentistry, we know that most folks enjoy a hot-brewed coffee or tea in the morning, followed by a cola (or an iced coffee or tea) in the afternoon. But what many people don't know is that both coffee and tea are especially tough on your teeth. Tannic acid, the substance that make the dark color, etches into the pits and grooves of tooth enamel. This is how coffee and tea can stain your "pearly whites" brown.So, if you can't give up that morning cup o'joe, what can you do? Here are some tips for minimizing the effects on your teeth:
- Rinse with a glass of water after every cup
- Drink iced coffee or tea through a straw so that the tannins don't contact your front teeth
Even if you are not a big coffee drinker, we encourage you to swish and swallow some water at the end of every meal. Water, after all, helps to neutralize acids left in your mouth after eating and also reduces cavity-causing bacteria.
To schedule your next dental visit, give our office a call at 918-455-0123.
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