How Does Sugar Affect Your Teeth?

Do you want to show your pearly whites but are too afraid because your teeth are not as white as you Have you ever wondered how sugar affects your teeth? What does sugar exactly do to our pearly whites that makes it bad for them? We have all heard from our parents that sugar will give us cavities and this is sadly true. This was not just a way for our parents to get us to stop eating sugar. Sugar actually has a direct connection to tooth decay. After eating foods that contain sugar they combine with saliva and start decaying which leads to plaque on your teeth. Plaque then will dissolve the enamel which then leads to cavities. So sugar forms plaque and it is the plaque on your teeth that gives you cavities.

So like you have head sugar causes cavities that are not exactly true. Today we realize that the real problem is not sugar. At the end of the day it is that plaque that can build up and give you cavities. This plaque builds small holes on the outside of your tooth and if it is not taken care of it can get deeper and reach your enamel. The best is to just consistently keep brushing your teeth every day. With this you should still be careful about how much sugar you do consume and how you consume it. For example if chugging a soda is better than slowly sipping it. This actual does less damage to your teeth. The acid created by our mouths bacteria only sticks around for 30 minutes but if you take sips you restart this time. This sugar will just help that plaque dig a deeper hole in your tooth.

A great way for you to stay on top of that plaque is to also come in and get a cleaning from us at Spanish Fork Dental. Our cleanings are quick and easy and you will feel a difference with your teeth. They will be cleaner and healthier. If you ever need anything just give us a call and we will be happy to assist you.