What's the Truth? Does Coffee Really Stain Your Teeth?
What's the Truth? Does Coffee Really Stain Your Teeth? Almost nobody can give up their morning coffee routine. In fact, most don’t feel human till the day’s first cup of coffee kicks in. However, your choice of morning beverage can take a toll on your teeth and oral health. This post is for you if you (like many others) wonder whether your daily ‘happiness in a cup’ could make your smile less brilliant. Does coffee stain teeth? Caffeine Facts about Teeth Staining Teeth discoloration is often blamed on coffee, when in truth caffeine in its natural form is a white colored powder that is odorless. The compound when isolated from vegetable sources has nothing to do with staining or teeth damage. Caffeine dissolves without a trace in liquid beverages. It does not contribute to the color, which is why it cannot be called a ‘chromogen’. This means that drinking decaf will probably not help you maintain the brilliance of your pearly whites. Instead, it is important that...