Sugar is not the only enemy of the teeth. Acids contained in beverages, sodas, active drinks, juices, and wines also erode enamel and cause decay.
1. Eat less: In addition to soft drinks, wine, active drinks, fruit juices, foods with high acidity include sour candy, citrus fruits, and foods containing vinegar.
2. Choose the right time: Eating basic foods while eating can help neutralize and remove acids. The most important thing is to eat acidic foods before going to bed, because saliva can neutralize and dilute the acid, and the secretion of saliva decreases when sleeping.
3. Drink in the right way: Drink more quickly — instead of sipping it for long periods — and also reduce the erosion of the enamel by acids.
4. Neutralization: After eating acidic foods or beverages, eat some cheese and gargle with water or fluoride mouthwash to neutralize the acid.
5. Brush your teeth regularly: It is best to brush your teeth with fluoride toothpaste 30 minutes before eating acidic foods or drinks, instead of brushing your teeth immediately after eating.
6. Chewing sugarless chewing gum: This can stimulate saliva, neutralize, and dilute the acid.