Decoding how modern habits impact your teeth

Decoding how modern habits impact your teeth
Picture a scenario: After a long, tiring day, a professional hits the bed, ready to watch their favourite show with some sugary snacks or beverages for company and an attempt to wash away the day’s stress. While this short-lived joy might ease them in the moment, beneath this everyday behaviour is a pattern that is slowly impacting the tooth enamel.Most people respond to stressors differently, some use food to cope with it but often don’t realise the impact it has on their dental health, with their usual meal times also getting disrupted.
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Late-night snacking is particularly harmful for enamel because:
  • Saliva flow reduces at night.
  • Acid neutralisation slows down.
  • Enamel remains softened for longer.
Enamel wear and tear happens gradually over time. Consumption of acid-heavy foods like juices, soft drinks, citrus fruits etc. softens the enamel and leads to dental erosion. Brushing too soon after consuming acids can speed up the damage. Unlike tooth decay, erosion is not caused by bacteria but by direct acid contact.In such a scenario, it is vital that individuals have more awareness of the timing and frequency of these foods that they consume. It is wise to limit acidic intake and adopt gentle brushing practices that don’t impact a person’s dental health. Some of the habits that people can implement to take care of their enamel are:
  • When sipping on an acidic beverage, use a straw. Don’t hold the drink for too long in your mouth. Brushing with a soft-bristled brush helps, but not immediately after you have had the drink.
  • Take a fresh look at your pantry and rethink your food choices. You need not give up on your favourite fruit but pair them with something non-acidic or assess how often or how you eat it. Lowering the frequency of snacking will also work for your dental health.
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Opting for dental products that support enamel healthTo help protect your teeth against the impact of acid erosion, explore the Sensodyne Pronamel range that has been conceptualised for enamel protection. The Sensodyne Pronamel toothpaste has been clinically proven to give stronger enamel protection from acid wear and erosion. An optimised fluoride formulation takes centre stage, remineralising weakened enamel to make teeth stronger and healthier.While one may get caught up in the intricacies of their new-age routine, maintaining simple habits like brushing teeth twice a day with Sensodyne Pronamel can help them protect their teeth from acid erosion. Today, people are focusing on developing elaborate wellness routines for their hair and skin. They spend a lot of their time trying to experiment with and try products that can work for their hair and skin. While this is important, what is also vital is paying attention to dental health. A routine for your teeth is also a part of mindful living and intentional choices. Opting for Sensodyne Pronamel enables people to protect their teeth from the impact of acid found in everyday foods. It also cleans and freshens people’s mouths. It is crucial to find a sense of balance in the everyday choices that one makes. When routines are created rooted in awareness and intentional choices, one’s teeth don’t have to pay the price for modern life. This article has been produced on behalf of Haleon (Sensodyne) by Times Internet’s Spotlight team.
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