• Home
• Welcome
• About Us
• Services
• Dental Questions
• Photo Gallery
• Testimonials
• Dental Blog
• News & Articles
• Directions
• Contact Us

Questions or Comments * = Required Field 800.786.1497

  Previous Posts

• Fibromyalgia May Be Linked to Poor Sleep
• High Blood Pressure and Oral Health
• Untreated OSA Causes Health Problems
• Sleep Better With Cherry Juice
• Chipped A Tooth, No One Will Know
• Smiling Makes You Look Younger
• Can Sleep Apnea Be Helped By Mediterranean Diet?
• Supplements Appear to Boost Gum Health
• Mental Illness Treatment Should Include Sleep Apne...
• Atrial Fibrillation Risk High in Sleep Apnea

 

  Archives

• January 2007
• February 2007
• March 2007
• April 2007
• May 2007
• June 2007
• July 2007
• August 2007
• September 2007
• October 2007
• November 2007
• December 2007
• January 2008
• February 2008
• March 2008
• April 2008
• May 2008
• June 2008
• July 2008
• August 2008
• September 2008
• October 2008
• December 2008
• January 2009
• February 2009
• March 2009
• April 2009
• June 2009
• July 2009
• August 2009
• September 2009
• October 2009
• November 2009
• December 2009
• January 2010
• February 2010
• March 2010
• April 2010
• May 2010
• June 2010
• July 2010
• August 2010
• December 2010
• January 2011
• February 2011
• March 2011
• April 2011
• May 2011
• September 2011
• October 2011
• November 2011
• December 2011
• January 2012
• February 2012
• March 2012
• April 2012
• June 2012
• August 2012
• September 2012
• October 2012
• November 2012
• December 2012
• January 2013
• February 2013
• March 2013
• April 2013
• May 2013
• June 2013
• July 2013
• August 2013
• September 2013
• October 2013
• November 2013
• December 2013
• January 2014
• February 2014
• March 2014
• June 2014
• July 2014
• August 2014
• September 2014
• October 2014
• December 2014
• January 2015
• February 2015
• March 2015
• April 2015
• May 2015
• August 2015
• September 2015
• October 2015
• November 2015

Dr. Mogell Dental Blog

Boca Raton Cosmetic Dentist

Is Red Bull Rotting Your Teeth?

Thursday, January 19, 2012

Energy drinks like Red Bull may be damaging our teeth. These energy drinks have become a big business in our over-scheduled, sleep deprived lives. Most of us start the day with a cup of coffee, or two, or three... and as the day goes on we may reach for an energy drink.

Facts About How Energy Drinks Rot Your Teeth


All of the drinks like Red Bull and Monster have very high acidity levels which erode tooth enamel. The change in the pH levels of your mouth also allow bacteria to flourish. Bacteria cause tooth decay and gum disease.

Most of these drinks are loaded with sugar just like soft drinks. The sugar serves as food for the bacteria that now abounds in the mouth.

Too much caffeine can cause you to lose calcium in your urine. Bones and teeth suffer when calcium levels are too low.

Caffeine is a common stimulant in these drinks and it can cause your mouth to dry out. Dehydration or dry mouth increases the chances of tooth decay, gum disease and bad breath!

You don't need to completely avoid these drinks just follow some simple precautions. Before using any of these drinks you should check with your physician to see if they are right for you. Limit your intake of energy drinks, use the sugar-free ones if possible. Use a straw and rinse your mouth with water immediately after consuming your energy drink but wait about an hour before brushing. Because the enamel has been weakened, brushing immediately could cause further damage. Chew sugar free gum with xylitol to help increase saliva production.

Don't forget to share your energy drink consumption with your dental hygienist at your next cleaning appointment. A special fluoride toothpaste may be just what you need to avoid Red Bull rot. Please contact us at 561-394-9000 if you are experiencing pain or sensitivity. Kenneth A. Mogell, D.M.D.

 

---