Coffee or Tea? Which is better for your dental health?

Good morning,

It's Monday again and like most of us, you might be dragging from the weekend. Not too mention this dreary spring weather we are experiencing today in Maryland. If you are like most of Americans you start your Monday off with a big cup of coffee or tea. However, when you go to take those first sips do you ever think about your oral health?

Some people might think that coffee is worse for your teeth and tends to stain them more. But actually "tea might be even more likely to stain your teeth than coffee due to its higher tannin content."

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We know that life is busy and so "ff you don't want to give up drinking coffee or tea, it is important to look after your teeth in order to keep staining to a minimum." According to care2.com, here are some things you can do to help prevent staining:

1.) Use a straw.
2.) Add something milky.
3.) Rinse or brush immediately after.
4.) Floss and brush routinely.
5.) Brush with baking soda.
6.) Chew sugar-free gum afterwards.
7.) Natural whitening toothpastes can help remove surface stains.

If you are still looking for help with your teeth and staining, come see us today to ask about our professional in-house whitening services! http://germantowndentalcare.com/