“Fat House Happy Water” Actually Corrodes Teeth?

Recently, a 23-year-old patient came to the Third Hospital of Changsha, Hunan Province, because of decay and loss of front teeth. The doctor found through the report that the enamel of many of his teeth was "bubbled and decayed" and had fallen off. Upon inquiry, it was learned that Xiao Xiao's daily happiness was to drink "fat house happy water", which is what we call "Coke".

As we all know, cola is a carbonated beverage. Long-term consumption may cause the carbonic acid and phosphoric acid components in cola to damage tooth enamel, causing tooth loss and corrosion.

So how can we reduce the damage to our teeth when drinking carbonated drinks?

It is recommended to use a straw when drinking, which can reduce the excessive stay of carbonated beverages in the mouth and contact with teeth. Rinse your mouth with clean water after drinking.

Maintain good brushing habits and reduce the frequency and dosage of drinking carbonated drinks.

In addition to the above suggestions, how to have healthy oral hygiene, the following dental care tips are recommended for collection:

1. Before brushing your teeth, floss your teeth. If you have large gaps between teeth, it is recommended to use an oral irrigator.

2. It is advisable to use mouthwash after meals, which can reduce 70% of dental plaque.

3. Brush your teeth once in the morning and once in the evening, holding the toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to the teeth, for at least 3 minutes each time. Use warm water when brushing your teeth.

4. Brushing your teeth is not only for cleaning teeth, but also for cleaning the surface of the tongue, which can be one of the causes of bad breath

5. Take good care of your teeth and do it once every six months to a year. Teeth cleaning will only make your mouth healthier, it will not widen the gaps between your teeth.

6. Develop good eating habits, eat less sticky food and high-sugar food, and drink less carbonated drinks.

7. In daily life, you should also quit smoking to avoid smoke stains on your teeth, which affects your appearance.