Drs. Alexander and Sophia Masters Wish You the Happiest of Holidays

The holidays in Clinton Township are filled with colors, and so are holiday foods! At parties and special dinners, all those treats look and taste so good! But some foods are more likely to stain your teeth. Some we usually eat only at holidays. But we’re also drinking more and nibbling more. Sure, we’d like to keep some of our holiday spirit through the year, but not on our teeth!

Here are some of the top foods you might encounter at holiday time that can cause stains on your teeth:

• Berries and juices: Cranberry relishes, blueberry pie, fruit juices, artificially colored sodas are just a few tooth-staining culprits. Many of these are highly acidic and can damage tooth enamel.
• Coffee, tea, wine: Coffee, black tea, and red wine are well known for their potential to stain teeth. Take a sip of water every now and then to rinse your mouth.
• Artificially colored gum and candy, nuts: There are snacks and goodies everywhere this time of year! Those extra nibbles of candy (including chocolate!) and nuts can leave food stains on your teeth. Mix in a few carrots and celery. Crunchy fruits and vegetables will help cleanse your teeth naturally.

And of course, cigarettes and cigars, besides being general health hazards, can also leave ugly stains on your teeth.

If you’re in the Dearborn, Sterling Heights, and surrounding vicinity, give us a call at our dental office in Clinton Township for a checkup. Or why not give your smile a fresh start for the new year with your whitest smile with a Zoom! tooth whitening!

About The Author

Dr. Sophia Papasifakis Masters

Dr. Sophia Masters boasts 33 years of experience in the field of dentistry. Skilled in different dental procedures, she had advanced training in several prestigious dental institutions such as the Kois Center and The Dawson Center for Advanced Dentistry. She is a professional member of several dental organizations, including the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry. Additionally, she actively volunteers for Donated Dental Services, among others, and was an adjunct clinical faculty at Detroit Mercy Dental and the University of Michigan School of Dentistry.

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