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The holidays have arrived with their usual festive fanfare. This is the perfect time to release this year\u2019s trials and tribulations with gratitude while ushering in hope for new beginnings this January. It\u2019s common to want to let loose and enjoy drinks with family or friends while you count down to the new year. Unfortunately, though, alcohol can have a detrimental impact on your teeth!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While proper preventative care<\/a> is the best way to avoid hurting your grin, there are a few additional things you can do to keep your pearly whites safe. If you\u2019re planning on being at that big bash this year, keep reading for 3 tips on how you can enjoy a few drinks without hurting your smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Tip #1: Brush Your Teeth Beforehand<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re enjoying red wine and notice your teeth have turned ruddy, you might be tempted to step away for a few minutes to brush them. Unfortunately, this can do more harm than good. Wine is acidic which means it wears down your enamel which can then be damaged by the bristles in your toothbrush. It may seem counter-intuitive, but try brushing and flossing in advance, instead. This removes plaque buildup so that the alcohol your drink doesn\u2019t have anything to cling to. When you take care of your teeth ahead of time, they\u2019re more protected against the dangerous effects of drinking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #2: Chase Your Beverage with Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ve just learned how acid in alcohol can erode your teeth but fortunately, you can mitigate the impact by chasing your drink with a glass of water. It has a neutral pH balance that counteracts the low pH of alcohol, so your pearly whites don\u2019t suffer.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plus, alcohol is a diuretic which means it can leave you dehydrated. Unhealthy bacteria have more opportunity to thrive in a dry mouth, so enjoying a cool, refreshing glass of H2O keeps you moist and flushes away unwanted germs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #3: Eat While You Drink<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Saliva is your mouth\u2019s natural disinfectant but when you drink alcohol, it tends to dry up. When you chew food, however, your body will generate more spit to help digest it. Though that glass of champagne might dry you out, pairing it with something to eat helps keep your mouth moist. On top of that, some foods contain ingredients that benefit your oral well-being. Cheese, for example, contains calcium that keeps your chompers strong while many colorful vegetables have vitamin C for gum health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now that you know how to safely enjoy your New Year\u2019s Eve celebration, you\u2019ll step into 2024 with a happy, wholesome smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Vidya Kini Kukkundur has 13 years of experience providing top-tier dental care to patients of all ages. She graduated from NYU College of Dentistry in 2008 and offers a full range of services to meet all your oral health needs under one roof. Whether you\u2019d like a checkup and professional cleaning or require more complex treatments, she can help! You\u2019re welcome to request an appointment on the website<\/a> or by contacting the office at (856) 596-4333.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The holidays have arrived with their usual festive fanfare. This is the perfect time to release this year\u2019s trials and tribulations with gratitude while ushering in hope for new beginnings this January. It\u2019s common to want to let loose and enjoy drinks with family or friends while you count down to the new year. 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