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20 Foods South Africans Should Avoid If They Have Sensitive Teeth

Foodie By Foodie Published September 26, 2024
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Sensitive teeth can make it painful to enjoy foods and drinks. If you feel sharp discomfort when consuming something too hot, cold, sweet, or acidic, it may be a sign of tooth sensitivity. Avoiding certain foods can help manage the condition. Here’s a list of 20 foods South Africans should avoid if they have sensitive teeth.

1. Ice Cream

Ice cream, a favorite treat, is often too cold for sensitive teeth. The extreme temperature can trigger pain in exposed dentin.

2. Lemons

Lemons are highly acidic and can wear down tooth enamel, leading to increased sensitivity. Avoid fresh lemons, lemon juice, or lemon-flavored snacks.

3. Sour Sweets

Sour sweets are both acidic and high in sugar. The acid and sugar can erode enamel and worsen tooth sensitivity.

4. Cold Drinks (Soda, Iced Tea)

Cold beverages like soda and iced tea can cause discomfort for people with sensitive teeth due to their temperature and acidity.

5. Coffee

Hot coffee can be intense for sensitive teeth. It can also stain teeth, weakening enamel over time.

6. Tomato-Based Foods

Tomato-based foods like stews and sauces are acidic, which can erode enamel and make teeth more sensitive.

7. Citrus Fruits (Oranges, Grapefruit)

Citrus fruits are acidic and can irritate sensitive teeth, weakening enamel and leading to more exposure of sensitive areas.

8. Sticky Sweets (Toffee, Caramel)

Sticky sweets like toffee and caramel can adhere to your teeth, allowing sugars to feed bacteria and worsen enamel erosion.

9. Pickles

Pickles are brined in vinegar, which is acidic and can weaken enamel, leading to tooth sensitivity.

10. Popcorn

Unpopped kernels and hard pieces in popcorn can damage teeth or irritate sensitive areas.

11. Chocolate

Chocolate, especially cold or hard varieties, can trigger tooth sensitivity due to the cold and sugar content.

12. Alcoholic Beverages (Wine, Beer)

Alcoholic drinks, especially wine, are acidic and can erode enamel. Both red and white wines can soften enamel and increase sensitivity.

13. Fruit Juices

Fruit juices, particularly those made from citrus fruits, are high in acid and sugar, which can wear down enamel.

14. Hot Soups

Hot soups can cause pain in sensitive teeth. Opt for soups that are warm, not hot.

15. Chewy Meat

Chewy meats like biltong can put pressure on sensitive teeth, causing discomfort. Choose softer cuts of meat.

16. Energy Drinks

Energy drinks are acidic and full of sugar, damaging tooth enamel and increasing sensitivity.

17. Spicy Foods

Spicy foods can irritate sensitive teeth, especially if the spice triggers increased blood flow to the gums.

18. Dried Fruit

Dried fruit is sticky and high in sugar. It can cling to teeth and feed bacteria, worsening sensitivity.

19. Hard Candies

Hard candies can chip or crack teeth, and prolonged exposure to sugar increases the risk of cavities and sensitivity.

20. Vinegar-Based Snacks

Vinegar-based snacks like chips are acidic and can wear down enamel, leading to more exposure of the dentin and increased sensitivity.

Tips for Managing Tooth Sensitivity

  1. Use a Sensitive Toothpaste: Desensitizing toothpastes can block discomfort by forming a protective layer over exposed dentin.
  2. Maintain Good Oral Hygiene: Brush and floss regularly using a soft-bristled brush and fluoride toothpaste to strengthen enamel.
  3. Avoid Over-Brushing: Brushing too hard can wear away enamel and lead to increased sensitivity.
  4. Chew Sugar-Free Gum: Sugar-free gum stimulates saliva, helping neutralize acid and protect enamel.
  5. Limit Acidic Foods: Reducing acidic foods and drinks can help protect enamel and prevent further damage.

By avoiding these foods and practicing good oral hygiene, South Africans with sensitive teeth can reduce discomfort and protect their dental health. If sensitivity persists, consult a dentist for advice and treatment.

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