Dentist warned about the risks of ice cream for tooth enamel in summer

Ice cream in the heat can put a strain on tooth enamel and cause short-term pain in people with hypersensitivity teeth. This was reported to Izvestia on June 25 by Nazir Magomedov, a dentist and therapist at SM-Dentistry.

According to the expert, the danger to teeth lies not only in the sugar content, but also in the low temperature of the product. Quickly eating very cold ice cream after exposure to the sun or combining it with hot drinks creates thermal stress for the enamel. This is especially noticeable in people with microcracks, caries, or exposed teeth when cold affects the dentinal tubules and nerve endings.

A regular combination of sugar and temperature contrasts can contribute to the destruction of enamel and the development of caries. Magomedov noted that after professional brushing or whitening, teeth become more sensitive to temperature stimuli.

At the same time, it is not necessary to completely abandon ice cream. The specialist advises moderate consumption, do not eat dessert too quickly and do not combine it with hot drinks. After ice cream, it is recommended not to brush your teeth immediately, but first rinse your mouth with water and wait about 30 minutes.

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"If teeth regularly react to cold, this may indicate increased sensitivity of the enamel or other problems with teeth and gums. In such cases, it is worth contacting a dentist," Magomedov emphasized.

The expert added that the main risk of ice cream for teeth is a combination of sugar, low temperature and sudden temperature fluctuations. If these rules are followed, dessert in the heat does not cause serious harm, but the habit of exposing teeth to constant temperature "tests" can lead to unpleasant consequences.

Kirill Polyakov, Candidate of Medical Sciences, dental surgeon at Naudent Dentistry, reported on June 9 that some foods may be more dangerous to tooth enamel than regular sugar. He noted that dried fruits, including raisins, dates, dried apricots and prunes, are often perceived as a healthy alternative to sweets, but pose a risk to teeth.