When you drink soda, the sugars within interact with bacteria in your mouth to form acid. This acid attacks your teeth. Both regular and sugar-free sodas also contain their own acids, and these attack the teeth too. There are two main dental effects of drinking soda: Erosion and Cavities. Erosion begins when the acids in soft drinks encounter the tooth enamel, which is the outermost protective layer on your teeth. Their effect is to reduce the surface hardness of the enamel. Soft drinks, on the other hand, can also affect the next layer, dentin, and even composite fillings. This damage to your tooth enamel can invite cavities. Cavities, or caries, develop over time in people who drink soft drinks regularly. When combined with poor oral hygiene, the results can be disastrous. The obvious solution is to stop drinking soda. Unfortunately, many of us just can’t seem to kick the habit. Fortunately, there are things you can do to lessen the risk of damaging your teeth. Drink in moderation. Don’t have more than one soft drink each day and drink quickly. The longer it takes to drink a soft drink, the more time it has to wreak havoc on your dental health. The faster you drink, the less time the sugars and acids have to damage your teeth. Using a straw to drink soda will help keep the damaging acids and sugars away from your teeth. Rinse your mouth with water after drinking a soda. Flushing your mouth with some water will help wash away any remaining sugars and acids, and stop them from attacking your teeth. Despite what you may think, brushing immediately after you have a soda is not a good idea. That’s because the friction against the vulnerable and recently acid-attacked teeth can do more harm than good. Instead,  wait 30 to 60 minutes. Avoid soft drinks before bedtime. Not only will the sugar likely keep you up, but also the sugar and acid will have all night to attack your teeth. Dr. Deepak Kamalanathan, one of the leading prosthodontists in Chennai, brings years of experience in advanced dental care to his flourishing practice at Apple Dental. He is well-versed on advanced dental technologies. Services provided by the doctor include Zirconia, DMLS and PFM Crowns, Implant Prosthesis, Full Mouth Oral Rehabilitation, Veneers, BPS Dentures Fixing, Smile Design, Implant Retained Dentures etc. With highly trained dental team and state-of-the-art facilities, he is passionate about bringing high quality dental care to his patients at affordable costs. Want to make an informed decision about your dental treatment? Visit us @Apple Dental for a consultation where our dental experts can provide recommendations based on your medical history and clinical assessment to help you choose the most effective treatment option. Don’t wait any longer to achieve your perfect smile. Let us help you restore your confidence and improve your oral health. From routine check-ups to complex procedures, our team of dental experts at Apple Dental have got you covered.