Love your morning latte or evening cabernet but hate what it is doing to your teeth? You are not alone. The good news, you do not have to give up your favorite drinks to keep your smile bright!

Cosmetic dentist Dr. Anjali Rajpal of Beverly Hills Dental Arts is sharing her go-to hacks for enjoying coffee and wine without the stains. She blends science, artistry, and real-life tips that actually work.

What to eat before sipping to prevent tooth stains

Eating protective foods before drinking can act as natural shields or gentle cleaners, helping to keep your teeth brighter when followed by stain-prone drinks like coffee or wine.

Cheese and leafy greens coat the teeth and help neutralize acids, creating a barrier against staining. Crunchy fruits and vegetables like apples, carrots, and celery scrub the teeth and boost saliva, which helps wash away pigments. Water-rich foods like cucumbers and cauliflower also dilute stain-causing compounds and keep your smile cleaner.

Any long-term or cosmetic options (like sealants, whitening, or veneers) help protect the smile or reduce staining from red wine.

To remove ingrained staining from colored drinks like red wine, professional whitening treatments can remove deep discoloration and brighten enamel. Porcelain Veneers provide a stain-resistant, long-term cosmetic solution by covering the natural tooth surface with a non-porous material. Dental sealants or composite bonding can protect enamel and make it harder for stains to adhere. Using enamel-strengthening products like fluoride or remineralizing pastes can also help make teeth less porous and more resistant to future staining.