All about Lemons

Lemon juice, like many fruit juices, is acidic. The Fact is, when we drink it, it can cause enamel erosion on our teeth. Lemon juice has a pH level of 2-3 which means it is causing harm to our teeth because liquids with a pH level under four have been proven to impact our dental health negatively.

How can I drink lemon water without damaging my teeth?

It’s possible to reap the benefits of lemon water while reducing the risk of damage to your teeth. We recommend:

• Mix the lemon juice in 250ml of warm water to help to lessen the acidity.
• You can further reduce risk by drinking lemon water through a straw. Using a straw allows the fluid to bypass the teeth.
• After drinking the acidic lemon water, rinse your mouth with water straight away. This removes any acid that may remain on the tooth surface and reduces the acidity of the oral saliva.
• Chew sugar-free gum after drinking the lemon water. This helps you produce more saliva, which helps neutralise the acidity in your mouth.
• Do not brush your teeth for at least 30 minutes after drinking the lemon water.
• Use a soft toothbrush and fluoridated toothpaste (fluoride toughens your enamel), and do not brush aggressively. Acid softens the enamel and makes it more prone to erosion during brushing.
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