🍏How Acidic Are Green Apples for Teeth?

Green apples have a taste that is definitely tart yet sweet, leaning on the tough side, all of which makes them a reason why they are among the most frequently used snacks or mix-ins in salads. They have a lot of health benefits but in the end, one important fact cannot be denied – green apples are inclined towards being more acidic and can therefore have a bad effect on your teeth. In the following blog entry, we will look at the different ways in which they affect your oral health, why they are so high in acid, and how you can consume them without being worried about losing your enamel.

🔬Why Are Green Apples Acidic?

Green apples are rich in malic acid, which is the key acid that directly determines the sourness of the fruit. This acid is the one that can make tooth enamel less hard, especially when these apples are taken more often or in the form of juice. Green apples are certainly less acidic than citrus fruits, but they can still do harm to your enamel, especially if they are consumed in an excessive amount. The acidity of green apples usually lies within the range of 3.0 – 3.5 pH units, which is low enough to destroy the enamel if it is not protected in any way.

🦷How Green Apples Affect Your Teeth

• Enamel Erosion – The malic acid contained in green apples might be the cause of a slow process of the tooth enamel breakage, provided that they are eaten too often during the day.
• Increased Sensitivity – The fact that enamel has been worn out means that your teeth become more likely to get sensitive when they come into contact with hot, cold, or sugary foods.
• Staining – The reduction of the enamel due to acid is a process in which your teeth can also be affected by staining, although this hasn’t been proven to be true in the case of green apples.
• Cavities – The sugars in green apples feed bacteria in the mouth, which can produce acids that erode tooth enamel and lead to cavities.

🍏Tips to Minimize Damage from Green Apples

Green apples, although having the possibility to be acidic, are not the ones you should completely avoid. There are a few options that will help you to consume less of the acids they contain:

• Pairing green apples with alkaline foods such as cheese or yogurt will aid in neutralizing the acidity.
• Rinsing your mouth with water after you’ve had green apples will remove the sugars and acids that might cause tooth decay.
• Consuming them with meals will lessen the number of times that acid exposure takes place, as the acidity of the meal can neutralize that of the apple.
• It is important to wait at least 30 minutes before brushing your teeth after eating green apples. The reason for this is that the enamel softens for a moment due to the acidic food that has been taken.
• Moreover, apple juice is more potent and acidic than a whole apple, so the smartest move here is to pick the whole fruit instead of buying the juice.

🍏 Final Thoughts from Lema Dental Clinic on Green Apples

Green apples are one of the healthy and tasty snacks you can eat, but if they are taken too often the acid they contain will cause enamel erosion. By consuming them in small quantities, rinsing with water afterwards, and following regular oral care, you can thus have the advantage of eating green apples and teeth will not be damaged in the process. What if I told you that the easiest thing for you to do to prevent your enamel from decaying and thus keep your smile beautiful would be through a little care and awareness?