#THANJAI DENTAL CENTRE # DENTAL TIPS

     Using a straw when you drink soda may help avoid cavities and tooth decay, but the straw needs to be in the right place, says Dr Rajmohan from Thanjai dental centre www.thanjaidental.com

The straw shouldn't rest against your teeth....

"Your best option is to sip soft drinks and other beverages through a straw positioned towards the back of the mouth," says Dr Rajmohan in a news release. "Doing so will limit the amount of time the beverage is in contact with the teeth."

 He says moderate consumption shouldn't cause significant damage. But overdoing it may be a problem, especially if dental habits aren't up to par.