In two years, the energy drink boom will have reached $10 billion. Energy drinks include those rather pricey caffeine and sugar crazy colas that everyone is drinking in mass quantities these days. Teens, twenty somethings, thirty somethings even grandmothers and grandfathers are consuming these beverages in extremely high volumes, however, teens, and young adults are the group hit hardest because they are the primary market for energy drinks. These drinks can be found in virtually every convenience store, in vending machines in malls and schools – ready for quick consumption. Many teens and young adults consider energy drinks to be cool – they get a quick burst of energy from the sugar rush and experience an almost euphoric feeling before the “sugar-crash”, which many times prompts them to consume another – creating an unending cycle of consumption.
Like acidic sodas of the past, recent studies show that energy drinks erode tooth enamel, which concerns oral health experts. The best remedy to combat the ill effects of these drinks is to stay away from them or limit intake to minimal amounts very infrequently. For folks who just can’t give up their energy drink fix, here are a few tips from the AGD to help reduce the potential for tooth enamel erosion:
Drink with a straw positioned at the back of the mouth so teeth don’t come in contact with the beverage.
Rinse your mouth with water after an energy drink.
IF you are consumer of energy drinks be sure to see your dentist regularly. To learn more or to schedule a complimentary evaluation (valued at $120) to see if your energy drink consumption is distressing your smile – call Dr. Ralph Reilly at 732.356.9120
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