We all love white teeth. Let’s be honest, if you meet someone new for the first time, one of the first things you notice about them is their teeth. Teeth are just one of those things that stick out in someone, and it is only natural to look at somebody’s teeth. The simple fact is that, since we speak from our mouths, our teeth will always be attached to what we are saying. That is why it is so important to make sure your teeth are not stained and staying in good condition. Now for me, I personally struggle with keeping my teeth looking nice and white all the time, because there are certain things that one can do to stain their teeth, and I happen to enjoy doing those things! One of the big ones for me is coffee.
I started drinking coffee around the time I started college. At first, it was something I only did in social gatherings at the cafe and stuff like that. I may order a drink here or there with my friends in order to fit in with the crowd, or order some coffee on a really tired and dreary morning in the winter time. Soon though, I began to really enjoy drinking coffee just for the taste and for the energy. I quickly found myself turning into a full time coffee drinker! I ended up buying a keurig and spending a lot more money on coffee than I ever would have thought. The nice thing about a keurig is that it is quick, easy, and perfect to use for just one person. They also have so many varieties of k cups that one can use to find the perfect coffee for every day. While this can get very expensive, I noticed the biggest problem arising from my coffee drinking habit was my teeth were becoming more and more stained. This was a real problem for me, as I get insecure about the whiteness of my teeth and very much value my oral hygiene.
As most people are aware, drinking coffee often can stain your teeth and cause a lot of your shiny whiteness to diminish. There are additionally a lot of other foods and beverages that can stain your teeth too if you are not careful. One of these is tea. Tea is said to be even worse for your teeth than coffee, especially regular black tea. Surprisingly, white or green tea can also stain your teeth and wear down your enamel. This is all around a bad time for your teeth and your mouth in general. Certain sauces, like tomato, curry, or some other red sauce can stain your teeth too. This makes me really sad to hear, because I have a deep love connection with spaghetti. A lot of sugary drinks can stain your teeth as well. Most people are aware that soft drinks will stain your teeth, but people don’t always know that sports drinks like Gatorade or Powerade will stain your teeth as well!
I hope this was helpful to you in any way possible. Remember that it is important to brush your teeth for two minutes twice a day to avoid tooth decay and plaque buildup. It is also imperative to go to the dentist at least once a year to get a check up on your teeth!
Hygienic Tooth 