As a leader in providing Dental braces treatments in Markham, Our Markham Ns Dental professionals are increasingly concerned about acidic foods and drinks which will cause damage tooth enamel when consumed frequently or when sipped over extended periods of time under treatment.
The following are the food charts given below shows you how some common food and drinks fight up against one another. While many high acid foods are healthy for your body in normal days, But coming to dental treatments low acid foods are better for your teeth. Remember- during orthodontic treatment, it’s best to choose low acid foods when you sit down to eat it may be breakfast or your dinner.
Less Tooth-Friendly (Not to be Preferred) Foods & Drinks (High Acid) |
More Tooth-Friendly Foods & Drinks (Low Acid) |
Apples, cherries, oranges, peaches, pears, plums, pineapples, raspberries | Banana, mango,melon |
Tomatoes, pickles | Carrot, cucumber, lettuce, beet |
Soft drinks (regular & diet), sports drinks, fruit drinks | Milk, water |
Vinaigrette dressings, BBQ sauces, salsas | Meat, poultry, seafood,eggs, crackers, soups, pasta |