Most people do not believe that a simple straw can help maintain teeth white and healthy. Consuming drinks regularly can ruin your teeth. Sugar and acids contained in certain beverages (coffee, wine, alcohol, soft drinks) are capable of doing irreparable damage to the teeth.
The straw is a very simple object to use and it can help you bypass your teeth while drinking and also reduce their exposure time to all these dangerous drinks.
Below you will find the ways that the straw can contribute to the health of your teeth.
Prevention of Caries
Drinking from the cup can “wash” your teeth. Touching all surfaces, so the teeth are left exposed for some time to those destructive components contained in all beverages. By using the straw not all teeth and their surfaces come in contact with the liquids, this will prevent the development of caries.
Keep your teeth white
Drinks with dark colors such as Coca-Cola and red wine make your teeth absorb dyes to change color. With the straw, you can bypass your teeth, so that they are not stained from the colored beverages.
Erosion of tooth enamel
Beverages containing acids can have devastating effects on the outer layer of the tooth. Saliva will try to neutralize the acids, but over time the enamel has worn beyond repair, will become thinner and the the teeth will be more sensitive.
Sensitive teeth
This feeling of intense sensitivity is very difficult and makes it even impossible for you to withstand cold or hot drinks. By using a straw you can enjoy your drinks painlessly.
Maybe not to your liking, but it would be wise to get to a point in your routine. Not only it help keep your teeth white, but also prevents caries and erosion of the enamel!
Athina Tsiorva