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Coffee Alternatives to Prevent Tooth Discoloration
Do you love coffee? However delicious the beverage may be, it’s also one of the common culprits behind teeth stains. While we’re not saying you have to give up coffee completely if you want white teeth, there are some alternatives out there if you want to mix things up and reduce your teeth's exposure to staining agents.
White, Herbal, or Yerba Mate Tea
If you need a little bit of a pick-me-up, try going for white tea or some Yerba mate. The caffeine may not be as strong but it is there! If you’re simply looking for a comforting warm beverage, herbal tea also works. Be careful of dark teas like English Breakfast or Earl Grey, which can stain just like coffee can.
Sugar-Free Flavored Water
Because water is crucial for your body to function, dehydration will make you feel fatigued and increases your risk of dry mouth, bad breath, gum disease, and tooth decay. If you need something besides plain water, try drinking flavored water that is sugar-free.
Tips When Drinking Coffee
Can’t resist the coffee? Try to drink with a straw so that the liquid has less direct contact with your teeth. Another trick to preserve the whiteness of your teeth when drinking coffee is to sip water in between coffee sips. That way, you wash away the coffee before its pigments can linger very long on the surface of your teeth.
Teeth Whitening in Henderson, NV
If you need some extra help keeping your teeth white, our team at Amber Hills Dental is happy to help. We provide professional teeth whitening in Henderson, NV. Contact us today to schedule a cosmetic consultation!