Everyone knows that drinking soda can damage your teeth. Between the elevated sugar and acidic nature of carbonated drinks, the link between excessive soda consumption and tooth damage is clear. But what about clear sodas? Are they any better? Here is some information you need to know.

Why Soda Damages Your Teeth

There are a few things in soda that contribute to elevated levels of tooth decay. First and foremost, soda contains sugar. A lot of it. And, as you no doubt remember from your childhood, more sugar means more tooth decay. This is because the sugar provides a convenient fuel for the organisms that live in your mouth, and as they consume it they release byproducts that damage your teeth.

Another aspect of soda—although not as damaging as the elevated sugar levels—is the acidic nature of the drink. If you drink excessive amounts of soda and do not brush your teeth afterwards you can quickly increase the levels of acid in your mouth. This will contribute to rapid tooth decay.

Clear Soda And Your Teeth

Many people think that drinking clear soda is better for their teeth. This is probably because clear soda looks like water, and water is harmless to your teeth. In fact, drinking water is actually good for your teeth because it acts as a rinsing agent to remove harmful compounds.

However, drinking clear soda is still harmful to your teeth. The only difference between clear soda and regular soda is food coloring. As far as your teeth are concerned, it doesn’t matter whether the soda is clear or not: it’s best to limit consumption, especially if you are unable to brush afterwards.

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