Rethink Your Drink
Ever wonder how your favorite drink affects your teeth?
Basics of pH
– Drinks with a pH level less than 7 are considered acidic
– Drinks with a pH greater than 7 are basic.
– A pH of 7 (water has a pH level of 7) is considered neutral
– Demineralization (loss of tooth enamel) generally begins at a pH of 5.5
– A one unit change (I.e: 2.0 to 3.0) in pH is associated with a 10 fold change in the acidity
Phosphoric acid is a common ingredient in soda, sports drinks & flavored water
Common Sources of Tooth-Damaging Acids
Bacterial Plaques
Acidic Beverages (sodas, sports drinks, flavored waters)
Citrus Fruits – contain citric acid
Stomach Acids – caused by eating disorders or reflux disorders
Certain Drugs
Rethink Your Drink
pH Level of Common Acidic Drinks
