Question

What effect do carbonated drinks have on teeth?

• A. The teeth will be prone to decay due to sugar content of the drink.
• B. It will make the teeth black.
• C. It will erode the outer covering of teeth.
• D. All of these.

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of these.

All the carbonated drinks have acids such as phosphoric acid, carbonic acid, and citric acid. These acids erode the enamel of teeth. The sugar content of the drink attracts the bacteria which decays the teeth.