Overview
- Dr Deepa Chopra of Whites Dental issued the guidance on December 24 as UK outlets amplified her preventive advice before holiday celebrations.
- She identifies mulled wine as a worst offender due to enamel-softening acidity, staining tannins and saliva-reducing alcohol effects.
- Mince pies combine sugar, sticky dried fruit and pastry that cling to teeth, encouraging plaque buildup that can lead to cavities and gum inflammation.
- Chocolate selection boxes become risky when nibbled throughout the day, so she advises keeping sweets to mealtimes, drinking water afterward and leaving recovery time between snacks.
- Her tips align with NHS guidance to brush twice daily, clean between teeth, cut back on sugar, limit alcohol, avoid smoking and attend regular check-ups, with cheese, nuts and turkey noted as tooth-friendlier choices.