Exploring Some of the Most Popular Foods That Stain Your Teeth



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Beverages like coffee, tea and wine are already known as being responsible for stained teeth. However, when considering them, we can’t help but notice that there are also certain foods – not just beverages – that have this effect.

So let’s take a look at some of these foods and what you can do to counter their detrimental effects:

·       Some of the main foods that causes staining include fruits such as berries, pomegranates and grapes.
·       Tomato sauce and soy sauce are also known for their teeth staining effects.
·       If you think you’re safe ingesting vinegar and fermented foods, think again. Dark, balsamic vinegar can have a notable negative effect on your teeth.
·       Even beets tend to influence your teeth negatively in this respect.

Once you ate these foods, the staining effect has already taken place. However, it takes time and regular consumption before they can have a lasting effect that can no longer be countered. In the meantime, you can use nature’s countermeasures, such as fruits and crunchy, root veggies to get rid of the problem without the need for invasive products and treatments. Littleton orthodontics teeth cleaning specialists can suggest more thorough ways to avoid tooth stains.

Crunchy vegetables such as carrots and cauliflower actually act as detergent for your teeth, managing to clean the staining away. Also, you can consider rinsing your mouth with water, then waiting 30-60 minutes before brushing. That way, your teeth will re-mineralize before you brush, and your enamel will not be weak enough to succumb to the hard bristles of your toothbrush.

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