Tooth Erosion a common lifestyle issue.. 

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Here we go for the tips to prevent tooth erosion

Follow these tips to reduce the effects of acid on your teeth.

Eat with meals.

Eat with meals.

Instead of snacking throughout the day, save acidic foods for mealtimes. This will reduce their contact with your teeth and help neutralize the acid by eating it with other foods.

 

 

Wash down with water

Wash down with water.

Sip water alongside or after the acidic food or drink to wash it out of your mouth.

 

 

 

 

Use a strawUse a straw.

If you must drink acidic beverages, reduce their contact with your teeth by using a straw and finishing the drink quickly, instead of sipping over a long period of time.

 

 

carbonated drinks

 

Say no to bubbles.

Swap out carbonated drinks with water, milk or tea.

 

 

 

Wait before brushing

 

Wait before brushing.

 Acid softens your enamel, so brushing immediately after eating or drinking high-acid foods or drinks can actually cause damage. Wait at least half an hour and then start brushing. In the meantime, you can always rinse your mouth with tap water.

Dr. Thomas K Paulose
Dr. Thomas K. Paulose is the Director Clinical Administration at Dr. Nechupadam Dental, Kochi, India. He is a specialist in oral prosthetics, Aesthetic / Cosmetic dentistry and a certified Implantologist & Implant Prosthodentist.
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