Summer’s almost here and we can’t wait to sip on our favorite sodas and other sugary drinks that aren’t good for the teeth.
A dentist has shared “teeth lifehacks” that’ll allow you to enjoy your favorite drinks without compromising your oral health.
How to enjoy sugary drinks without damaging teeth
In one of his videos on TikTok, Dr. Kishen Godhia talks about the drinks that are good for dental health before sharing the much-needed tip to enjoy the unhealthy ones.
He says milk and water are “great” for your teeth, whereas, sodas, coffee, and any beverage with sugar causes a lot of damage.
The dentist recommends using 10 minutes to finish a drink that you would otherwise take two hours to drink.
For the unversed, soft drinks are said to be one of the leading causes of tooth decay as carbonation, sugar, and acids weaken the tooth enamel.
But you can minimize the damage by quickly drinking the not-so-healthy beverage. The reaction from the sugar and acid is less when you don’t keep the drink in your mouth for long.
More hacks to protect your dental health
In a different video, the TikTok dentist has shared another easy hack involving a drink that’s safe for the teeth.
Dr. Kishen suggests swishing your mouth with water immediately after drinking any sugary drink.
The dentist claims it buffers the acidity and minimizes staining. Another known method is using a straw to keep sugar away from your teeth.
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Dr. Kishen Godhia is a Cosmetic Dentist and internet personality, best known for his videos about dental health.
He went to UCLA School of Dentistry after a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology from the University of California, San Diego.
His bio on YouTube says he is on a mission to “combat oral health misinformation and provide people with the educational tools and resources on taking care of their mouths.”
