{"id":165,"date":"2024-04-12T22:41:08","date_gmt":"2024-04-12T22:41:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.texaschoicedental.com\/blog\/?p=165"},"modified":"2024-05-08T22:41:53","modified_gmt":"2024-05-08T22:41:53","slug":"protecting-tiny-teeth-from-cavities-because-of-juice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.texaschoicedental.com\/blog\/2024\/04\/12\/protecting-tiny-teeth-from-cavities-because-of-juice\/","title":{"rendered":"A Sip Too Far: Protecting Your Child’s Smile from Juice-Fueled Cavities"},"content":{"rendered":"
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When it comes to fruit, there\u2019s hardly a better way to enjoy it than in a cup with some ice. Even adults aren\u2019t immune to the charms of these delicious beverages! But while juice may seem like a healthy choice, it can cause cavities and other dental issues<\/a> for your child. If you want to learn how you can protect your little one\u2019s smile from cavities without banning juice, continue reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s Up with Juice?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many fruit juices marketed for children have high levels of sugar, even if they’re labeled as “100% fruit juice.” Because of this, drinking a lot of it can cause tooth decay, especially if they aren\u2019t experts at oral care. The sugars in juice feed bacterial plaque, causing it to produce acid that erodes tooth enamel making it softer. Over time, these acids wear small holes in the thick enamel, also known as cavities!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Protecting Your Child\u2019s Pearly Whites<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fortunately, there are steps you can take to minimize the effect of juice on your child’s dental health:<\/p>\n\n\n\n