Does coffee cause tooth decay or cavities?

Haan na, same darr mujhe bhi tha! Par coffee se zyada hum jo biscuits aur sweets khate hain na sath mein, usse cavities hoti hain. Simple rules rakho, coffee ke baad paani piyo aur raat ko brush karna mat bhoolna, bas ho gaya.

Don't worry too much, coffee doesn't directly rot your teeth. But because it is acidic, it can soften your enamel slightly. Just wait about 30 minutes after your coffee before brushing your teeth so you don't scrub the softened enamel.

Actually, black coffee has some antibacterial properties that can prevent plaque, but adding sugar changes the whole game. The bacteria in your mouth feed on that sugar and produce acid, which leads to cavities. Keep the sugar low and you're perfectly fine.

I had a cavity recently and asked my dentist at Fortis about this. She told me that sipping coffee slowly over 2-3 hours is the worst thing because it keeps the mouth acidic for too long. It is much better to finish your coffee in 15-20 minutes and rinse your mouth.

Same doubt I had because I drink 3 cups a day! My dentist recommended using a straw for cold coffee and rinsing with normal water after hot coffee. It has saved my teeth from staining and sensitivity majorly.