Who doesn't want white teeth? White teeth show a sign of good oral health and make a smile sparkle. Still, each time you eat or drink, you subject your teeth to pigments that could result in dental discoloration. Nevertheless, some foods are more staining to your teeth than others. Here are four foods that may stain your teeth the most:
Tea
Tea may be an obvious candidate for staining your teeth due to its dark color and it contains tannins. In fact, it contains even more of these staining compounds than coffee does.
Berries
Berries, such as blackberries, blueberries and cranberries, are especially appetizing because of their bright, vivid colors. However, the same pigments that make these fruits so appealing adhere to your teeth.
Tomato Sauce
The dark red hue of tomato sauce is readily absorbed by your tooth enamel. The sauce is not only deeply pigmented, but it is also highly acidic. The acids promote a deeper absorption of the pigments in the sauce, resulting in greater discoloration.
Sodas
Sodas and other highly acidic drinks, such as sports drinks, can invite discoloration. The acidity of the liquids softens your tooth enamel to prime it for staining. Darkly toned sodas, such as colas, may be more staining to the teeth when consumed alone. However, all carbonated drinks offer an acidic environment that is optimal for dental stains to develop.
For more information about protecting your child's teeth from dental discoloration, schedule a consultation with the team at Southfield Kid's Dentist today. We are the premier children's dentist specializing in children's cavity treatment, teeth cleaning and so much more.
