Of course they do, unless however your water has bubbles in it. Drinking sparkling mineral water is the same as drinking other non-sugar or diet fizzy drinks. While these drinks do not contain sugar they are acidic and can lead to acid erosion of the tooth surface which in turn can lead to sensitive teeth and excessive tooth surface loss.
If you can’t make the bubbles a complete thing of the past then…
- Drink them through a straw- the acid has less chance to attack the teeth
- Only have fizzy drinks occasionally- children especially should have not have fizzy drinks regularly
- Wait at least half an hour before brushing, to give your teeth a change to break down the acid.
If your teeth are sensitive you should…
- Tell your dentist! Acid erosion is not the only cause of sensitivity.
- Limit your intake of acidic drinks and food such as red wine, fizzy drinks, citrus fruits and fruit juices
- Use a desensitising toothpaste to brush your teeth
The dentists at Smile Essential advice that drinking plain (still) water is best!