The doctor told about foods dangerous for teeth

To keep your smile healthy and beautiful, it is important not only to take proper care of your teeth, but also to carefully monitor your diet. Victoria Radko, orthodontist, head of orthodontic direction of EUROKAPPA clinic scientific and clinical center, told Izvestia on December 13 about what products can harm enamel and teeth.

According to the expert, lemons, oranges and freshly squeezed juices have low pH, which negatively affects the enamel of teeth. Periodic consumption of these products reduces the mineral density of enamel, leading to erosions that not only spoil the appearance of teeth, but also increase their susceptibility to damage.

According to Radko, red wine can significantly damage tooth enamel due to the presence of anthocyanins - pigments responsible for the bright color of wine, as well as tannins, which help dyes to penetrate the porous structure of teeth. The higher acidity of this beverage also contributes to a greater risk of enamel staining.

In addition, opening seeds and pistachios with your teeth can cause serious damage. Regular pressure on the same tooth can lead to depressions in the enamel and even microcracks, the doctor warned.

"These damages impair the aesthetics of the teeth and often require restoration. Improper consumption of pistachios can lead to additional visits to the orthodontist to repair damaged braces," Radko concluded.

Earlier, on November 29, orthodontist-dentist "SM-Stomatology", Candidate of Medical Sciences Natalia Yurchenko told "Izvestia" about the consequences of improper growth of wisdom teeth. According to her, Improper wisdom teeth growth can lead to serious oral health problems, including tooth misalignment and the development of infection.