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Are you looking forward to celebrating St. Patrick\u2019s Day? It is a great day to gather with friends and family to enjoy a laugh, Irish beer, and other delicious foods and beverages. Even though this day of wearing green is something to get excited about, it does post some risks for your smile. An emergency dentist in Center<\/a> is here to help so you don\u2019t end up with oral health issues. Continue reading to learn some tips to help prevent dental emergencies this St. Paddy\u2019s Day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Cut Out the Green Beer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you are heading to a bar, pub, or restaurant in the United States, you are likely to see some cheap beer with a few drops of green food coloring. This may seem like the perfect way to celebrate St. Paddy\u2019s Day, but not if you aren\u2019t fond of staining. Even though this isn\u2019t permanent, you can\u2019t expect your pearly whites to be very white for the rest of the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Go Easy on Stouts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Stouts are very popular on St. Patrick\u2019s Day. They contain roasted malts and barley in order to add to the flavor of the beverage, but they also tend to stain teeth. Their dark color can rub off on enamel leading to discoloration. Having a stout on occasion probably doesn\u2019t do too much damage, but if you are drinking them on the regular, you could be looking at some staining.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check Out the Acidity of Your Beer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When compared to water, beer is very acidic. In general, it is found at about a 4 on the pH scale. Acid is terrible for your teeth because it wears away your protective enamel, making it more likely that you endure tooth decay and other oral health issues. If you are continuing to sip on beer for the whole night, your teeth could be in trouble. The best way to combat this is by brushing your teeth before bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stay Hydrated<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you are drinking a beer or two on St. Paddy\u2019s Day, be sure that you are drinking water as well. Dry mouth is a common negative side effect of consuming alcohol. By staying hydrated, you can prevent this from occurring or at least lessen the effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This St. Patrick\u2019s Day, don\u2019t put your smile at risk. By using the tips listed above, you can have a fun night without having to worry about your teeth!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Thomas Youngblood<\/a> earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School. Currently he is a member of the American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, East Texas Dental Association, and an Affiliate Member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. To learn more ways that you can prevent oral health issues or to schedule an appointment at his office in Center, TX, visit his website<\/a> or call (936) 427-9070.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Are you looking forward to celebrating St. Patrick\u2019s Day? It is a great day to gather with friends and family to enjoy a laugh, Irish beer, and other delicious foods and beverages. Even though this day of wearing green is something to get excited about, it does post some risks for your smile. An emergency […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nSt. Patrick's Day Tips, Center | Family Dental Center of East Texas<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Are you planning on celebrating St. Patrick\u2019s Day? 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