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3 Weird Foods that Stain Your Teeth


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It’s well known that coffee, tea, and cigarettes are notorious for staining teeth. But have you ever thought of what else may turn those pearly whites into dull yellows? If you want to keep that smile dazzling instead of dismaying, you may want to think twice before munching down on anything containing these staining superstars:

1.  CURRY

 

It’s pungent, it’s flavorful, it’s Indian, and it stains. That’s right, the staple ingredient of any good Indian dish is also a primary culprit in the fight against tooth stains. Unfortunately, that bold yellow-orange color that many find so appealing in curry is the same color your teeth will end up if you aren’t careful. If you are going to eat curry, it’s recommended that you do so with foods like spinach or lettuce to protect the enamel on your teeth.

 

 

 

 

2. BEETS

 

Not only will the juice from a beet leave a mean stain on your favorite white shirt, but it will do the same to your favorite white tooth. Beet juice is a potent staining agent, and it’s essential to try to consume it in moderation if you don’t want your teeth looking like a set of rubies.

 

 

 

3. BALSAMIC VINEGAR

 

A tasty, tangy, tooth-staining balsamic vinegar’s dark coloring will leave its mark. Although you may find it the perfect complement to any salad, you may want to opt for a lighter color vinegar to keep that sparkle in your smile. However, similar to curry, it’s best to consume balsamic vinegar with spinach or lettuce to get that protective film over your enamel.

 

Remember to brush your teeth!

If you cannot give up one or all of these weird teeth-staining offenders, brush your teeth no later than one hour after eating them. This will prevent the stains from forming in the first place!

And if you cannot brush away your curried, beet-stained, balsamic vinegar-looking teeth, remember that we’re here to help you with teeth-whitening options from our Louisville office.



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