{"id":2789,"date":"2022-09-10T00:17:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-10T00:17:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saltrundental.com\/blog\/?p=2789"},"modified":"2022-10-10T00:17:36","modified_gmt":"2022-10-10T00:17:36","slug":"enjoy-national-coffee-day-without-harming-your-smile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saltrundental.com\/blog\/enjoy-national-coffee-day-without-harming-your-smile\/","title":{"rendered":"Protect Your Smile from National Coffee Day"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-2790 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.saltrundental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/coffee-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"Steaming cup of coffee on a book\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.saltrundental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/coffee-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.saltrundental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/coffee-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.saltrundental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/coffee-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.saltrundental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/coffee-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.saltrundental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/coffee-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/www.saltrundental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/coffee-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>If you need a cup of coffee to jumpstart your day, it\u2019s time to celebrate. September 29th is National Coffee Day in the U.S. and Canada. On October 1st, you can celebrate again because it\u2019s International Coffee Day. While you enjoy your favorite caffeinated beverages, your dentist has a few words of warning. Here\u2019s what you need to know to ensure coffee doesn\u2019t come back to haunt your smile.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Celebrating National Coffee Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Coffee wasn&#8217;t always celebrated like it is today. It dates back to the 15th century in Yemen. However, the Europeans didn\u2019t enjoy a warm cup of coffee until 100 years later, despite many saying it was the \u201cbitter invention of Satan.\u201d Coffee was even condemned in Venice in 1615. After Pope Clement VII tried his first cup, he gave coffee its approval, leading to the first coffeehouse in 1645.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it was gaining popularity, the Boston Tea Party in 1773 led to it being the preferred beverage of choice in America. Today, there are countless brands and products on the market for coffee lovers. Whether you enjoy the taste, smell, or energy boost, your coffee addiction can harm your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protecting Your Smile from Coffee<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Coffee and dental health don\u2019t have to be a bad combination with a few precautions. Avoid adding sweeteners and creamers to your cup of Joe because they contribute to cavity-causing bacteria.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides having your coffee black, your dentist will recommend drinking it through a straw to limit its contact with your teeth, and drink it all in one sitting. Sipping on coffee throughout the day increases your smile\u2019s exposure to the dark beverage. Over time, it can lead to stains and discoloration that can make your teeth look aged or unhealthy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After you\u2019ve finished your coffee, brush your teeth. If you can\u2019t get to your toothbrush, rinse your mouth with water. You can also snack on raw vegetables, like celery or carrots. They\u2019ll act as scrub brushes for your teeth to help keep them clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t forget to brush your teeth at least twice per day using a soft-bristled toothbrush and a whitening toothpaste. Clean all surfaces of your teeth and tongue for at least 2 minutes each session. Use high-quality dental floss to clean between each tooth daily.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to caring for your smile at home, visit your dentist every 6 months for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saltrundental.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">cleaning and checkup<\/a>. Your dental hygienist will clean and polish your teeth while your dentist looks for any concerns, like early decay. If coffee has stained your teeth, they can provide a whitening treatment to restore your bright smile without having to give up coffee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Dr. Bert Tavary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.saltrundental.com\/bert-tavary-dds.html\">Dr. Tavary<\/a> achieved his dental degree from Emory University College of Dentistry and has regularly completed continuing education in advanced treatments, like cosmetic dentistry. He uses the latest techniques and technologies to create healthy, beautiful smiles. If coffee has taken its toll on your smile, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saltrundental.com\/contact.html\">contact our office<\/a> today to see if teeth whitening is right for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you need a cup of coffee to jumpstart your day, it\u2019s time to celebrate. September 29th is National Coffee Day in the U.S. and Canada. On October 1st, you can celebrate again because it\u2019s International Coffee Day. While you enjoy your favorite caffeinated beverages, your dentist has a few words of warning. Here\u2019s what [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[15],"class_list":["post-2789","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized","tag-coffee-and-dental-health"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Enjoy National Coffee Day without Harming Your Smile<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"National Coffee Day doesn\u2019t have to tarnish your pearly whites. 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