Pumpkin spice lattes and mulled cider could cause tooth decay – expert

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This could be made worse by the sugar in your drink as dry mouth is allowing the sweet ingredient to “eat away” at your teeth more easily.

Furthermore, the expert warned that the autumn favourites could also leave your teeth stained.

Patel said: “It’s no secret that dark coloured beverages can cause stainage to the teeth, and this is almost amplified during the autumn as these drinks are consumed more often due to their limited time and high demand. 

“There are lots of microscopic holes, pits and ridges all over your teeth, and drinks that pass through your mouth will trap bacteria particles, storing them until they are removed by cleaning the teeth. 

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