It’s the most tooth-dissolving time of the year
If you were enjoying Christmas then you might want to make sure you remembered your dental hygiene.
In between several rounds of culinary feasts, watching the new Wallace and Gromit and crying over the last-ever Gavin and Stacey, you probably had a decent amount to drink too.
Don’t worry, many of us enjoy a bit of the finer stuff in life during Christmas, because if you can’t push the boat out at this time of year when can you?
However, a dentist has warned that one of the most popular drinks at Christmas is really bad for your teeth, and you’ll be upset to learn that it’s something you won’t want to stop drinking.
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“Mmmm, lovely. Do your teeth feel a bit funny?” (Getty Stock Image)
Sorry folks, but apparently Prosecco is the sort of thing dentists wouldn’t recommend you try.
Dr Nyree Whitley, chief clinical officer for mydentist, explained why the drink was not good for your teeth and could play a part in turning them yellow.
She said: “I’m afraid I have some bad news for Prosecco lovers – while an enjoyable festive tipple, the acidity in Prosecco can damage your enamel and could, in turn, lead to discolouration.”
You might have spent the day quaffing Buck’s fizz and felt a bit tingly in your teeth while doing so, that’ll be the acid eating into the enamel that keeps them protected.
The dentist recommended either cutting down on the Prosecco intake or drinking it through a straw, and advised people not to brush their teeth immediately after drinking the stuff as that could just scrub the acid around your mouth and do more damage.
Instead, she suggested waiting at least 30 minutes after drinking to clean your teeth.
You probably don’t want your teeth turning yellow (Getty Stock Image)
On the other hand, Christmas is now over so you along with your nearest and dearest have likely polished off most of the Prosecco you bought for the big day.
If there’s any left then heed the advice of the dentist, especially since the other leftovers you’ll be scoffing are unlikely to be much good for your teeth either.
That chocolate Yule Log that only three people had a slice from can’t sit around forever, it’ll need to be eaten along with the leftover turkey and various trimmings that didn’t quite get eaten.
Just remember to be aware of what foods contain acid that’ll give your tooth enamel a real pummelling.
It’d be a shame to start the new year with your teeth turning a shade yellower.Featured Image Credit: Getty Stock Images
Topics: Health, Food And Drink
Joe Harker
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Published 10:07 21 Dec 2024 GMT
Dentist reveals common mistake we make everyday when brushing our teeth
The order in which you use different oral hygiene products is really important
Most of us know the basics when it comes to cleaning our teeth – brush them twice a day and for at least two minutes.
But now, one dentist has revealed a common mistake most of us make during our teeth-cleaning routines, and we can’t believe we didn’t know this already.
There’s a correct way to brush your teeth (Getty Stock Image)
As well as brushing, you might also use other products like mouthwash and floss, but did you know the order in which you use these products is actually really important?
Dr Shaadi Manouchehri – who goes by @drshaadimanouchehri on TikTok – shared a video explaining what to use and in which order.
“Everyone always argues about which goes first,” said Dr Shaadi.
“I’m a dentist and I’m going to tell you exactly which order to use your products in your oral hygiene routine.”
Do you floss before or after you’ve brushed your teeth? (Getty Stock Image)
Shockingly, Dr Shaadi explained that you should never use mouthwash after you’ve brushed your teeth, explaining it’s the ‘one time you shouldn’t use it’.
Mouthwash should be used before brushing, or at a different time.
In a similar way, dental floss should also be used before brushing.
“This is to get all the gunk and debris out so that when you brush your teeth you can concentrate on cleaning the leftover bits of debris and bacteria that’s on your teeth,” said Dr Shaadi.
And when it comes to the main event of actually brushing your teeth, the dentist reminded followers not to rinse your mouth after you’ve finished brushing, but to leave the toothpaste to work its magic.
“Brush for two minutes with fluoride toothpaste, don’t rinse out, leave the fluoride on the teeth to be able to protect them and make them physically stronger,” she said.
Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral which can be found in the water and is added to most toothpastes due to its apparent ability to prevent tooth decay.
It is also recommended that you spit out your toothpaste instead of swallowing it.
People in the comments were blown away by the video, with many not realising the recommended order.
One person explained: “I like flossing, mouthwash, then brush bc I feel like the mouthwash really helps get in the inter proximal areas and loosen more gunk after the flossing.”
And a second said: “So no rinsing after brushing? I never knew that. But why is that tho?”
While another asked: “I mean does the order really matter?”
Others agreed with Dr Shaadi’s order, with someone else adding: “For me it’s floss to take out big parts of food, then tongue scraper, then irrigator/mouthwash for leftovers, then toothbrush to polish.”Featured Image Credit: TikTok/drshaadimanouchehri/Getty Stock Image
Lucy Devine
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Updated 11:06 25 Jun 2024 GMT+1Published 11:05 25 Jun 2024 GMT+1
Dentist shares warning over common morning mistake that can lead to people’s teeth turning yellow
Are you guilty of this dental mistake?
When you wake up in the morning, at what point do you brush your teeth?
Are you eager to brush away the germs of the previous night? Or do you prefer to wait until you’ve had your morning coffee so you don’t spend the day with stale breath?
Most of us don’t really pay much attention to the order of our morning routine, it’s more likely that we’re trying to snooze our alarm for as long as possible instead of worrying about what point we’ll scrub our gnashers.
However, it turns out there is actually a right and wrong answer when it comes to the time you clean your teeth – with a dentist revealing that your morning habits could lead to your pearly whites turning yellow.
Turns out there’s a very common dental mistake we could be making each morning. (Getty Stock Image)
According to dentist Dr Shaadi Manouchehri – who goes by @dr.shaadi.manouchehri on Instagram – brushing your teeth straight after downing a cup of coffee will damage the enamel.
“Never brush your teeth after you’ve just had coffee,” she continued, revealing that brushing after having consuming anything acidic is bad for your dental health.
“Coffee is quite acidic… if you go and brush your teeth straightaway, you’re rubbing the acid onto the tooth and wearing the tooth away.
“Wait at least 30 to 60 minutes – you don’t actually have to brush your teeth, just rinse with some mouthwash or drink water.”
The reason why brushing after drinking coffee is frowned upon is because the acidity is one of the main causes of enamel erosion – which leads to your teeth having a stained appearance.
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Are you guilty of these dental habits? (Getty Stock Image)
Avoiding brushing straight after drinking coffee wasn’t the only advice that Dr Manouchehri gave either, with the dentist urging viewers not to brush straight after eating your breakfast or vomiting either.
“Don’t brush your teeth after you have breakfast,” she explained, adding that why it’s better to brush prior to eating.
“Brush them beforehand because if you brush straight away you’re going to be damaging your enamel.”
She continued: “When you first wake up in the morning you have quite a lot of bacteria in the mouth and that needs to be brushed off before you have your breakfast.”
Understandably it may be harder to avoid brushing your teeth after vomiting, but it’s for the best.
“The contents of the stomach are extremely acidic and your teeth are made up of minerals,” Dr Manouchehri said.
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“So, when the contents of the stomach have come into the mouth, then the mouth is very acidic. And if you brush straight away, you’re rubbing the acid onto the tooth even more. So, wait at least 30 to 60 minutes before you brush your teeth.”
And for anyone who can’t bare the thought of waiting that long, invest in mouthwash as a way to freshen up before following with a drink of water to help ‘neutralise the acid quicker’.Featured Image Credit: Getty Stock Images
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Brenna Cooper
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Updated 14:48 26 Jun 2024 GMT+1Published 14:29 26 Jun 2024 GMT+1
Expert explains how to avoid getting yellow teeth after dentist shared common mistake people make
Here’s how to maintain pearly white teeth
Dental experts have shared tips on how you can avoid getting those dreaded yellow teeth.
Thanks to social media influencers and shows such as Love Island, it now feels like our regular-looking teeth no longer cut it.
After all, who couldn’t help but feel a little self conscious when we’re constantly bombarded with images of super straight, pearly white teeth (AKA veneers) all of the time?
The good news is you don’t have to go to the extreme of flying out to Turkey for a fresh set of veneers to feel more confident either, as there are plenty of ways you can look after your pearly whites at home.
Dentist warns when not to brush teeth
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A recent post from Dr. Shaadi Manouchehri – who goes by @dr.shaadi.manouchehri on social media – revealed that habits such as brushing your teeth after breakfast or your morning coffee are causing damage to your enamel, which will inevitably give your teeth a tea-stained yellow tinge.
If you’ve been guilty of skipping brushing your teeth before bed or after an acidic drink don’t worry, there are several ways you can avoid or rescue mis-coloured teeth.
Specialised toothpastes
Of course not every product in the supermarket which claims to give you a Hollywood smile within a handful of days will work as advertised, but it’s likely that they can help with the appearance of your teeth.
It’s also worth look for a toothpaste which combines ingredients such as baking soda and hydrogen peroxide are bleaching agents and can improve the appearance of discoloured teeth.
Bleaching agents such as baking soda and hydrogen peroxide can be found in some toothpastes. (Getty Stock Images)
However make sure you don’t overdo it as excessive use can also damage your teeth. According to the American Dental Association hydrogen peroxide should not exceed a concentration of 3.6%, while Colgate states that a percentage between three and six is safe for use.
Whitening strips and trays have become increasingly popular over the past couple of years as a quick fix method, however it’s important not to overuse them.
Toothpaste containing charcoal can also be beneficial however, like whitening strips, it’s important that you don’t overuse them as it will end up damaging your enamel.
Foods to avoid
Coffee and milky tea are, of course, major offenders in staining your teeth. However, they’re not the only food and drink which can cause your gnashers to get a yellowed appearance.
Most of our teeth look like this – and its absolutely fine. (Getty Stock Images)
Fizzy drinks, citrus fruit drinks and red wine can also cause staining due to their sugary and/or acidic nature – which is abrasive to your teeth.
Foods such as curry, tomato-based sauces and berries can also cause erosion to your enamel.
We’re not suggesting you live off a diet of just water and plain vegetables – that would be miserable – but the key thing to remember with any food is moderation.
Don’t overdo the sugary foods, maintain good dental health and throw in the occasional use of hydrogen peroxide toothpaste or whitening strips and your teeth will most likely be fine.Featured Image Credit: Getty Stock Images
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Brenna Cooper
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Updated 15:34 14 Nov 2024 GMTPublished 12:09 14 Nov 2024 GMT
Expert explains how to avoid having yellow teeth after dentist said there is one common mistake people make
There’s a few things you should steer clear of to keep your teeth pearly white
A dental expert has shared a few simple ways you can avoid staining your teeth.
We can thank content creators, Love Island stars and celebrities for making us more self-conscious about our gnashers.
I mean, if you were to take a scroll on any social app, you’d likely be greeted by endless pics of perfect, pearly white teeth.
Veneers appear to be the ‘in thing’ right now, with more and more people flying out to Turkey to get their cut-price work done to feel that bit more confident.
But what if I were to tell you that there was a way to do this naturally, at home?
Dentist warns when not to brush teeth
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Dentistry and health expert Dr Shaadi Manouchehri, known as @dr.shaadi.manouchehri on social media, posted a video on TikTok about bad habits, like drinking coffee or brushing after breakfast, that could cause damage to your enamel.
This could result in darker, stained teeth that will have you sporting a yellow tinge when you smile.
If you’ve been guilty of skipping brushing your teeth before bed or after an acidic drink don’t worry as, according to Regenerate Enamel Science, there are several ways you can avoid or rescue discoloured teeth.
Specialised toothpastes
Of course, not every product in the supermarket which claims to give you a Hollywood smile within a handful of days will work as advertised, but it’s likely they may be able help.
It’s also worth looking for a toothpaste which combines ingredients such as baking soda and hydrogen peroxide as bleaching agents can help improve the appearance of yellow teeth.
You can keep your teeth nice and white without booking a flight to Turkey (Getty Stock Image)
However, make sure you don’t overdo it as excessive use can also damage your teeth.
According to the American Dental Association, hydrogen peroxide should not exceed a concentration of 3.6 percent, while Colgate states that a percentage between three and six is safe for use.
Whitening strips and trays have become increasingly popular over the past couple of years as a quick-fix method, however, it’s important to use them sparingly.
Toothpaste containing charcoal can also be beneficial but, like whitening strips, it’s important that you don’t overuse it as it can end up damaging your enamel.
Foods to avoid
Coffee and milky tea are, of course, major offenders in staining your teeth. However, they’re not the only food and drink which can cause your teeth to develop a yellow appearance.
You should avoid brushing your teeth right after breakfast (Getty Stock Image)
Fizzy drinks, citrus fruit drinks and red wine can also cause staining due to their sugary and/or acidic nature – which is abrasive to your teeth.
Foods such as curry, tomato-based sauces and berries can also cause erosion to your enamel.
We’re not suggesting you live off a diet of just water and plain vegetables – that would be miserable – but the key thing to remember with any food is moderation.
Don’t overdo the sugary foods, maintain good dental health and throw in the occasional use of hydrogen peroxide toothpaste and your teeth will most likely be fine.