2 weeks Ago
I was super curious about why carbonation affects our teeth, and thankfully, Dr. Moncayo explained that, too. "Carbonic acid, or anything acidic, lowers the pH of our oral cavity.
It's like our mouth becomes a cup of acid, slowly dissolving our enamel away (at the microscopic level)." She went on to say that weakened enamel can cause a variety of (likely expensive) issues with your teeth. "Enamel is our tooth's outermost, protective structure.
When tooth enamel is compromised it leads to a host of dental issues, like tooth decay (cavities), weakened teeth, or sensitivity." (Basically, a bunch of stuff I don't have a dental work budget to deal with right now.) So what's a seltzer-lover to do? Dr.
Moncayo offered a few tips that can help minimize damage to your teeth without giving up sparkling water: Additionally, she recommends drinking sparkling water quickly rather than sipping over a long period to minimize the amount of time that your teeth are soaking in acid. And finally, "Read the label. Sugars, sugar alcohols, and flavoring can cause extra damage.
When it comes to ingredients, less is more." Read more about sparkling water and your health here ..
