Water helps strengthen teeth.
Green Water Technologies explains that most municipalities require local water supplies to be enriched with fluoride. This is a mineral that works to boost the body’s ability to fight cavities. The United States set recommended fluoride levels back in 2015. It is important to note, however, that if you live in a small town or have a private water supply then you are not getting this valuable supplement.
Water rinses the mouth clean after you eat and drink.
Every time you take a bite, bits and particles of your food stick to your teeth. They might get trapped in a thin layer of film on the outside or, in many cases, get compacted between small openings between the teeth. This is problematic because there is bacteria in your mouth that thrives off of this leftover food. Sugar, especially, can feed these harmful organisms and leave you with a mouthful of cavities. While brushing your teeth is always best, Green Water Technologies says that simply drinking water after your meal can rinse much of this unwanted residue away.
Water prevents cavities in other ways.
Green Water Technologies notes that saliva is almost 100% water. When you are dehydrated, your mouth does not produce as much saliva, which can put your teeth, tongue, and gums at risk of drying out. When this happens, you are more susceptible to tooth decay.
Water doesn’t have any calories.
Perhaps most importantly, Green Water Technologies says that water is a hydrating substance that contains zero sugar. And there is much evidence suggesting that people who regularly consume two or more sodas or other sugar-containing drinks each day may develop type II diabetes, which comes with a host of health problems, including oral infections.
