Drinking alcohol has many effects on your body, from impaired motor function and muscle relaxation in small doses to impaired vision and liver disease in extreme amounts. Drinking alcohol can indirectly affect your teeth and gums as well, something you might want to think about before you pick up that next glass of wine. Not all alcohol is created equally though, so we’re going to look at the three most common forms of alcohol and how they interact with your teeth and overall oral health. It is possible to practice good oral hygiene and maintain good dental health even if you drink wine, beer, or harder liquors regularly. The trick is understanding just how alcohol affects healthy teeth, and practicing the steps needed to prevent tooth decay and maintain a healthy mouth.