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16/08/2013
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Sodas are bad for health. Cause obesity, weaken bones, burden the kidneys and may also destroy the teeth. And for those who think a refrigerantezinho affect pero no mucho, make no mistake: a study published in the journal General Dentistry by Professor Mohamed Bassiouny of Temple University in Philadelphia (United States) said that the coolant (with or without sugar) consumed excess is just as damaging to teeth as the consumption of methamphetamine, cocaine and crack. "All are highly acidic and therefore cause similar problems. The acidity of the refrigerant comes from citric acid and phosphoric acid. If the consumer does not have a proper oral hygiene and regular, constant exposure to this acidity may cause dental erosion. "
Gaped? Not only this, it is no use appealing to the dietary. For the expert, even those who opt for diet versions have high risk of compromising the teeth neglecting hygiene care. Patients were followed for the studies proved that the habit of always being with a soda in hand, consuming the beverage, often like water, caused his teeth stay damaged, discolored and worn - as committed as teeth meth users and crack. "In the case of such illegal drugs, they reduce the amount of saliva in the mouth, the effect of increasing acidity. Moreover, users do not usually give due importance to brushing and flossing, "says Bassiouny.
In the opinion of Dr. Sandra Bussadori Kalil, professor at the School of Professional Improvement APCD (Paulista Association of Dental Surgeons), parents should postpone as much as possible to provide refreshments for their young children, encouraging them to drink more water before and after meals. "For those who are already accustomed to eating a snack accompanied by a glass of soda - although soft drinks have no nutritional value - a good tip is to rinse your mouth before you even leave the cafeteria. It is noteworthy that brushing, although essential, can not be performed immediately after eating acidic foods, because there will be acid action associated with the mechanical action of brushing. The ideal is to always do a rinse with water and wait at least 30 minutes before brushing your teeth. "
As for the older, beyond the spontaneous decrease in consumption of soda, a dental surgeon draws attention to the risks, too, of energy and sports drinks (which replenish minerals). "The pH levels of these drinks also tend to accelerate the erosion of teeth, favoring an increase in the incidence of caries. Dental erosion is the loss of hard tissue of the tooth surface. This loss is very aggressive for oral health and can trigger pain and exaggerated sensitivity, in addition to spots that compromise the patient's appearance. The restoration of enamel and dentin requires very professional and patient - they will need to invest significant time and resources on the recovery of the smile, "warns expert.
Source: UOL - Modern Consumer
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