{"id":71,"date":"2023-09-19T12:41:56","date_gmt":"2023-09-19T12:41:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.winthropstreetdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=71"},"modified":"2023-09-19T12:41:57","modified_gmt":"2023-09-19T12:41:57","slug":"are-you-drinking-your-coffee-the-smile-friendly-way","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.winthropstreetdentistry.com\/blog\/are-you-drinking-your-coffee-the-smile-friendly-way\/","title":{"rendered":"Are You Drinking Coffee the Smile-Friendly Way? Find Out Here!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Did you know that roughly 400 million coffees are consumed throughout America every day? If drinking this energizing and delicious beverage is a part of your daily routine, then you may already know that National Coffee Day in the U.S. is coming up \u2013 it\u2019s on September 29th<\/sup> this year! As it approaches, there\u2019s no better time to see if you\u2019re drinking coffee the smile-friendly way (and what happens if you aren\u2019t).<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Is Drinking Coffee Bad for Your Teeth?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coffee has numerous benefits, including its energizing effects and delicious taste. Unfortunately, however, it isn\u2019t the best for your teeth. Since it\u2019s acidic, it can quickly eat away at your enamel, increasing your chances of cavities in the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s also important to note that the rich color of coffee means it can leave behind stubborn stains. While dental discoloration doesn\u2019t always impact your oral health, it can certainly make it more difficult to smile confidently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, the additives in coffee, like sugar (or creamer loaded with sugar) pose a risk to the health of your teeth since this sweetener is one of the leading causes of tooth decay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To: Drink Your Coffee the Smile-Friendly Way<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t worry \u2013 you don\u2019t have to give up coffee entirely for the sake of your oral health. Instead, be proactive about protecting your teeth by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n