A Bottle of Red or a Bottle of White?
According to Billy Joel, “it all depends on your appetite.” If you are enjoying a juicy steak, a bottle of pinot noir or cabernet might be just the ticket. On the other hand, you should probably reach for a sauvignon blanc if you’ve got a plate of tilapia with butter sauce in front of you. But which wine pairs best with teeth?
We’ve all heard that red wine will cause stained teeth, but Dr. Diehl would like to set the record straight, so Fort Wayne residents can make informed choices. New research has shown that red wine protects your teeth and white wine may damage them. If you’re concerned with stains on your teeth, call Dupont Family Dentistry today to discuss teeth whitening in Fort Wayne.
Red to the rescue
The next time you pick a white wine over a red to avoid the noticeable discoloration, think twice, because looks can deceive. Emerging studies conducted all over the world have turned conventional wisdom on its head. Research now suggests that the very discoloration that gives red wine a bad reputation may be guarding your teeth and secretly improving your oral health. On the other hand, it turns out that white wine actually weakens teeth, paving the way for stains, acidic damage, and potentially even more problems.
The facts and how to use them
Anybody that drinks a glass of red wine and visits a mirror will notice their teeth are slightly less white than they use to be, but your eyes don’t tell you the whole story. According to scientists at Italy’s Pavia University, red wine prevents certain cavity-causing bacteria from sticking to teeth. If that’s not enough, researchers from Lavel University in Quebec found that red wine might actually reverse the effects of gum disease and keep it from forming in the future.
As for white wine, the story is a little different. New York University College of Dentistry researchers found that white wine attacks and dissolves a thin, protective coating around teeth. The result is a rougher tooth that is more susceptible to stains from coffee, tea, and damage from acidic foods and beverages. In addition, Mainz, Germany’s Johannes Gutenberg University reports that the factor of damage increases with exposure, meaning the longer time spent drinking and more often you drink it, the more your teeth suffer.
So how do you protect yourself? Here are some tips for drinking reds and whites:
Getting back your pearly whites
If you already have stained teeth caused by red, white, or both kinds of wine and want a brighter smile, make sure to call Dupont Family Dentistry for an appointment. All Fort Wayne residents should know about teeth whitening in Fort Wayne and enjoy a brighter, whiter smile. Dr. Diehl wants to help everyone pick the option that is perfect for them. Call us today and find out how Dr. Diehl can brighten your smile!
Sources
http://www.nyu.edu/dental/news/index.html?news=209
http://www.allure.com/beauty/blogs/reporter/2009/11/the-new-health-benefit-of-red.html
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