The Five Worst Foods & Drinks That Stain Your Teeth!

Keeping a pearly white smile is everyone’s goal, but it might mean cutting out some of the foods and drinks you love! We’ve highlighted the 5 foods and drinks that are bad for staining your teeth and what you can do if you’re worried about the colour of your teeth. To find out more information, keep on reading!

Top 5 Staining Foods & Drinks

These are some of the top 5 teeth staining foods and drinks that you should be aware of.

Coffee & Tea

It’s relatively well known that hot beverages such as coffee and tea will stain your teeth. Many of us depend on our caffeinated drinks to get us through the day, however too much coffee or tea can lead to brown and grey discoloration on your teeth.

Red Wine

Much like coffee and tea, red wine contains ‘tannins’ which bind the colour of the drink to your teeth. The acidity in red wine also wears down your enamel, making it more porous and susceptible to staining.

Fizzy drinks

The sugary, carbonated nature of fizzy drinks is not good for your teeth at all. Fizzy or soft drinks are also very acidic, which makes your enamel more susceptible to staining damage. If you don’t brush your teeth after consuming soft drinks, the sugar can cause your teeth to decay and eventually rot.

Beetroot & Dark Berries

Fruits like beetroots and dark fruits such as blackberries, raspberries or pomegranate can stain your teeth if you consume them on a regular basis. If you fail to clean your teeth properly after eating them, your teeth will become susceptible to the dark-purplish staining that these fruits can cause.

Curries

Many curries contain turmeric, which has a distinct yellowish colour. This ingredient can cause staining on hands and teeth if you are eating it quite often. However, mixing in fresh vegetables or having a salad alongside your curry can help to prevent the staining from occurring.

What Can I Do About Staining?

If you want to take action regarding stained or discoloured teeth, teeth whitening options are available at a range of dental clinics. There are a variety of cosmetic dental services that can help you to feel confident about your smile again! Many people undergo the teeth whitening process, and if you’re interested in crowns or veneers, you can check out our website to find out more!

Here at Acorn Dental Health, we believe that all of our patients deserve to feel good about their teeth, which is why our dentists are fully qualified and trained to deliver an excellent service. For further enquiries about what we do or how we can help you, feel free to contact us today!