Most people know that sugary beverages cause tooth decay while others such as coffee or wine can gradually stain teeth.
But perhaps a lesser well-known fact is that wine isn’t the only form of alcohol that is bad for your oral health. In fact, any type of alcohol is damaging to your teeth, especially if consumed often.
Since the majority of Brits enjoy a drink or two, it’s critical to be aware of which alcoholic drinks will cause more tooth erosion than others.
Here, we share the worst alcoholic drinks for your teeth and tips to avoid damage.
PROSECCO
Coming in at number one is everybody’s favourite! However, with the acidic carbonated bubbles, alcohol and sugar, prosecco is a triple whammy of badness for your teeth. There’s one heaped teaspoon of sugar present in every flute, causing major drama for your tooth enamel – avoid the bubbles and you won’t suffer from the ‘prosecco smile’!
DARK BEERS
Stouts and ales are off the list if you want pearly white teeth, these drinks heavily contribute to stained teeth. Swap them with a lighter beer or lager!
MIXERS
It isn’t always just the alcohol itself that is bad for your teeth, but the mixers that go with them. Classic mixers like Coke, lemonade, orange juice and cranberry juice have a high acidity and a high sugar level that wears down enamel. Swap them for soda water or tonic.
CIDER
If you want perfect teeth then avoid drinking cider: this favourite beverage also has a very high acidity which is not very good for your oral health.
DRY DRINKS
Dry beverages like some wines or beer dry your mouth out and reduce saliva. Saliva is important because it helps remove any bacteria in your mouth.
TIPS TO PROTECT YOUR TEETH
1. Alternate your sips of alcohol with sips of water. Not only will you end up getting rid of acidity and sugar, but you will also protect your body from dehydration.
2. Add ice to your drink to increase the water content and reduce its acidity.
3. Wait at least 30 minutes before brushing your teeth.
4. Use a toothpaste that contains high fluoride, CPP-APP like a tooth mousse.
5. Attend regular check-ups with your dentist to make sure your mouth is in optimal health.
LIQUORS
Spirits like Malibu are delicious because they are incredibly high in enamel destroying sugars. Swap them for drinks like vodka or gin as they also help fight bacteria in your mouth!
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