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    Researchers have warned people to beware of the damage that acidic beverages have on teeth. Yet, for some, the damage and problems associated with drinking sodas, citric juices or certain tea may have already begun to take effect. The question remains: What can be done to restore teeth already affected?

    In a recent study the AGD’s clinical, peer-reviewed journal, lead author, Mohamed A. Bassiouny, DMD, MSc., PhD, outlined the acidic content of beverages, such as soda; lemon, grapefruit and orange juice; green and black tea; and revealed three steps to rehabilitate teeth that suffer from dental erosion as a result of the excessive consumption of these products.

    Dr. Bassiouny instructs those who are experiencing tooth erosion to first, identify the culprit source of erosion, possibly with the help of a dental professional. Then, the individual should determine and understand how this source affects the teeth in order to implement measures to control and prevent further damage. Lastly, the person should stop or reduce consumption of the suspected food or beverage to the absolute minimum. He notes that information about the acid content of commonly consumed foods or beverages is usually available online or on the product’s label. It is also recommended to seek professional dental advice in order to possibly restore the damaged tissues.

    “Dental erosion,” according to Dr. Bassiouny, “is a demineralization process that affects hard dental tissues (such as enamel and dentin).” This process causes tooth structure to wear away due to the effects that acid has on teeth, which eventually leads to their breakdown. It can be triggered by consumption of carbonated beverages or citric juices with a low potential of hydrogen (pH), which measures the acidity of a substance. Excessive consumption of the acidic beverages over a prolonged period of time may pose a risk factor for dental health.

    “Some may not even realize a problem exists when their teeth are in the early stages of dental erosion,” says Kenton Ross, DDS, FAGD, a spokesperson for the AGD. “Without proper diagnosis by a general dentist, more serious oral health issues could occur.”

    “Visiting your general dentists twice a year can help maintain healthy teeth as well as uncover and prevent future problems,” says Dr. Ross.

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    Stefanie Schroeder
    Academy of General Dentistry

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    There may be more food and drinks to add to the list of things that could damage your teeth.

    Researchers discovered that herbal teas may stain teeth and they can erode the enamel as well, according to information from the University Dental Hospital in England. This is a serious problem because once the enamel is adversely impacted, the damage cannot be reversed. Some teas like blackcurrant and raspberry tea were found to erode enamel in several instances.

    There are some fruits, particularly ones high in citrus, that will harm your teeth as well. The acidity levels from the citrus are what cause the problems for the enamel.

    Brushing directly after meals only compounds the possible effects from these harmful foods and drinks. These acidic and sugary substances result in the softening of the enamel and make the enamel susceptible to damage. That’s why the best course of action is to wait at least an hour before brushing after eating.

    These foods and drinks shouldn’t necessarily be eradicated from your diet, but they should only be consumed in moderation. The less sugary or acidic a food or drink is, the less risk there is of damage to your oral health

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