Caffene good or bad for your dental health????

YOU CHOOSE.

Coffee: Drinking a steaming cup of Joe is a common ritual many Americans follow daily as a way to jump start the day and the great news is, the beverage has been scientifically proven to reduce the odds of developing cavities. That level of protection comes from one of coffee's main ingredients called Trigonelline. Trigonelline is an alkaloid that can negate the effects of acid that is produced as a byproduct of bacteria during their consumption of simple sugars. Consuming black coffee can neutralize the acids and reduce harmful levels of dental plaque.

Black Tea: Throughout the world, the most popular caffeinated beverage is black tea and the drink is known for having naturally high levels of fluoride. New research out of Spain has indicated that a cup of black tea provides 9 milligrams of fluoride per serving.

Green Tea: Green tea is rich with antioxidants, polyphenols and catechins. The beverage has been proven to fight cancer, prevent heart disease and can improve oral health by fighting gum disease. Japanese research has indicated that every one cup of unsweetened green tea consumed can naturally boost the body's response to periodontal bacteria inflammation.

The key to reaping the health benefits of any type of caffeine is to keep it simple. All the studies and the dental care benefits were based on drinking caffeinated beverages without any additives such as sugar, artificial sweetener or milk. Adding those ingredients may not only negate any health perks, but will contribute to dental problems.

THANKFUL

At our office the theme of the year has been 
"BE THANKFUL FOR WHAT YOU HAVE"


We have recently learned that a few of our patients and loved ones are battling cancer.  This news always puts life into perspective for each of us.  This disease is terrible and it effects everyone (not just the patient).  For the loved ones - it has immediately  turned you into caregivers and THE pillar of strength. I hope you all have the strength to fight!  And when you think that your lacking the strength- SMILE- (that a smile automatically lifts your mood and releases endorphins).  Maybe just for a second that smile will help.
I could go on forever with well wishes and prayers for each of you, but I won't bore you!

I hope that in the new year you can gather the strength to put up a good fight!!!!!!!Know that we are all thinking of you and sending as many good thoughts and prayers as we can!

Love,
Your Dental Team @
Mark DeVuyst DDS,PC