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Stephanie Wareham

The 8 foods and drinks that are bad for your teeth - according to an expert

An expert has revealed the eight foods and drinks you should avoid if you want to keep your teeth white and healthy - including coffee and curry sauce. Certain dark-coloured foods and drinks such as fruits, sauces, juices, coffee, and tea can all contribute to staining teeth, Benjamin Bowers, nutritionist and founder of Satia.com says.

And acidic foods and drinks should also be avoided to help stop discolouration of the teeth and enamel erosion. To minimise teeth staining, Benjamin said it’s important to brush and floss, drink water, use a straw, limit the intake of stain-causing foods, and visit the dentist regularly for dental cleaning.

According to Benjamin, these are the biggest threats to your smile:

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