Top 5 Foods That Harm Your Teeth
Valeria Al-ZeidiGeneral Dentist • Oral Surgery Specialist
- Sugary Foods. Frequent consumption of high-sugar products inevitably leads to cavities.
- Sweet Carbonated Drink. These contain phosphoric acid, which lowers the pH in the mouth, creating favorable conditions for enamel demineralization and cavities.
- Dried Fruits. Rich in sugar and sticky, dried fruits can adhere to teeth, increasing the risk of cavities if oral hygiene is inadequate.
- Seeds. Cracking seeds with your teeth can cause chronic trauma and wear to the central incisors, leading to cosmetic defects on the edges of the teeth.
- Strong Tea and Coffee. These beverages promote the formation of pigmented stains on teeth. Professional dental cleaning can remove these stains and restore a bright smile.