Discuss the fact that diet pop is high in acid that attacks the teeth. Diet pop has pH levels that range from about 2.5 to 4.5. The pH levels in your mouth drop after eating or drinking and take from 1 to 2 hours to return to normal. If you sip all day, you get decay. All calories in pop are from sugar.
Pop has no nutritional value.
Sweet preferences develop early. Pop consumption has been linked to diabetes, obesity and osteoporosis. Discuss ways to reduce the risk of tooth decay. Even though there are nutrients in juice, it has a high sugar content. The purpose of this activity is to help students understand the importance and necessity of orthodontic treatment.