- - The high sugar content and acids in sports drinks can damage tooth enamel and roots of the teeth.
- Sports Drinks have been found to be more corrosive to teeth than colas and juices.
- Sports Drinks should be limited to use during athletic events to stay hydrated.
- To neutralize the effect of sports drinks on your teeth, try alternating sips of water with the drinks to prevent sugars and acid from sticking to the teeth.
- Another way to prevent harmful sugars and acids from coming in contact with teeth while drinking sports drinks and other harmful beverages is to use a straw to direct the drinks to the back of the throat.
