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In our last blog we discussed some healthy food options, but what you drink can be just as important for your teeth. Water is a great option and so is milk and green tea. The antioxidants found in green tea can fight bacteria and some studies have even found that green tea can prevent dental caries. You can click here to view a full article on some of the benefits that green tea has on your oral health.
Drinks that are not so beneficial for your teeth are soda pop and sports drinks. These options have a lot of additives and sugars and can weaken tooth enamel. The acidic in these drinks can also make teeth more susceptible to bacteria. You can click here to read an article on sports drinks and your teeth.
Sports drinks and sodas have fewer effects on your teeth if you drink them right away and then brush afterwards. Sipping on these drinks throughout the day is when problems develop.
