International Coffee Day: How Coffee Impacts Your Dental Health!

International Coffee Day is quickly approaching! Which means it's time to sit back, relax and enjoy a nice cup of hot (or cold) coffee! But maybe stick with just a single cup. Coffee, despite being one of the most popular beverages ever, can actually have some pretty drastic impacts on your dental health! 

Our Missouri dental office wants to make sure you are informed of all of the effects that coffee can have on your smile, that's why in this week's blog we are going to go over some of the most prominent! 

Read more below and find out how coffee is really impacting your smile! 

Risk of More Cavities

No one wants cavities. They can be a real pain and once you have got one, it can be difficult to get rid of them! Coffee has been shown to lead to an increase in cavities. The acidity of the coffee wears down your enamel, which in turn makes your teeth more susceptible to cavities! 

Risk of Teeth Sensitivity

As mentioned earlier when you consistently drink coffee, you run the risk of wearing down your enamel, which protects your teeth from all sorts of nasty happenings- developing cavities, and also from increasing the sensitivity of your teeth! 

Having sensitive teeth is a problem for a plethora of reasons, but the main one being the pain and discomfort that comes from eating and drinking. Sensitive teeth can even be impacted by changes in the weather, making it incredibly difficult to find relief. Luckily, at Access Dental, we have the best dental care in Missouri! We can help you make sure your teeth sensitivity doesn't ruin your ability to eat and drink your favorites! 

Risk of Staining

This one should come as no shock, but coffee absolutely has the power to stain your teeth. If you are seeking to keep a bright white smile, then cutting back on the coffee, and really any other colored beverages, is going to be in your favor. In addition to staining your teeth, too much coffee can also lead to halitosis, which none of us want to experience! 

Our team at Access Dental is here to help you with all of your dental care needs. Even if you decide to partake in drinking the occasional coffee, you shouldn't see too many issues, but definitely be sure to be cognizant of how much you are drinking, and if it starts becoming an issue, you may want to schedule an appointment with the best Missouri dental office! 

To schedule an appointment with Access Dental, please visit our website at www.accessdentalanddentures.com