Dentists issue warning over acidic sparkling water

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Dentists have issued a warning over the acidity of sparkling water. If you order a glass of fizzy water at a restaurant, you may assume that you’re making a healthy choice, but you’d be wrong, according to Harley Street dentist, Adam Stone.

Dr Stone explained that many people assume that all forms of water have a neutral pH value’ however, sparkling water actually has a value of pH3, which is incredibly acidic. Most vinegar products you can buy at a supermarket have a pH of around 2.4-3.4. Speaking in an interview with a national newspaper, Dr Stone said that people often don’t realise that sparkling water contains acidic bubbles, which erode the enamel, increasing the risk of cavities and sensitivity.

Professor Damien Walmsley, the British Dental Association’s scientific adviser, explained that sparkling water becomes acidic as a result of carbon dioxide being released into the water, which is then broken down into carbonic acid. The result is a crisp, refreshing taste, but also an acidic drink, which poses risks to your oral health. Although sparkling water is much less acidic than fizzy drinks and juices, it is more acidic than still water, and people should be aware of the difference between still and sparkling water, especially if they are keen to make choices that will benefit their teeth and gums.

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