Signs And Prevention Of Enamel Erosion
The hardest tissue in the human body is the enamel. Enamel
is the outer covering of the tooth. Enamel erosion is the process of
demineralization of enamel minerals.
Signs of enamel
erosion
According to the different stages of enamel erosion signs
can vary to a certain extend.
Chips and cracks: It is appreciated at the tip of the teeth.
As the enamel erodes the edges of teeth become irregular, sharp and rough.
- Cupping: As enamel erodes cuts and marks are obtained at the surface of the teeth. This process is called cupping.
- Sensitivity: The erosion results the teeth to become sensitised to hot, cold, and sweet foods. It may cause a characterised pain in the early stages of erosion. But the teeth become hyper sensitised to temperature and certain tastes. You feel a painful jolt that takes your breath away.
- Discolouration: Yellow colour is formed as the dentin is exposed due to the erosion of the teeth enamel.
The chance to get cavities or tooth decay increases as
enamel erodes. Enamel erosion makes an entry to the main body of the teeth. If
it continuous, goes further inside and may affect nerve fibres supplying it adjacent
parts. This will leads to painful abscess or infection.
Prevention of enamel
erosion
- You should brush and floss daily.
- You should consult your doctor for a dental check up every six months.
- Drink more water throughout the day if your mouth is dry or having less salivation.
- Avoid highly acidic foods.
- Avoid highly acidic drinks.
- Rinse your mouth immediately after every meal especially highly acidic foods or drinks.
- You can use straws while drinking carbonated drinks, so as to avoid in contact with teeth.
- Actually chewing gum increases the saliva production up to ten times. Saliva in a small extend strengthens the teeth. So you can use sugar free gum with xylitol. Xylitol is a chemical used in beverages and foods to reduce the acidic contend.
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