According to Torben Steen Schønwaldt, President of the Danish Dental Association, the way people drink soft drinks makes a significant difference.
Taking small sips throughout the day repeatedly exposes the teeth to acid, increasing the risk of dental erosion.
DR also reports that fruit juice and smoothies can cause the same problems because they contain acid.
After consuming acidic drinks, it is better to rinse your mouth with water than to brush your teeth immediately, as tooth enamel is especially vulnerable at that time.
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Sugar vs. sugar-free
Sugar-free soft drinks are still a better choice than sugary soft drinks for reducing the risk of cavities, but that does not mean they are risk-free.
According to Torben Steen Schønwaldt, the Danish Dental Association is seeing more patients with dental erosion.
One explanation is that many people believe products labelled "Zero" or "Light" are completely harmless.
The biggest challenge is that they often still contain acid, which can damage teeth when consumed frequently.
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This article is made and published by Ida-Marie Palm Varbæk, who may have used AI in the preparation.