It’s true, many of todays popular foods and drinks contain a high acid content and can lead to enamel loss.\u00a0\u00a0Repeated exposure to acidic foods, drinks and\/or acids from the stomach gradually cause your tooth enamel to dissolve.\u00a0\u00a0Soda, fruit, fruit juices, wine and salad dressings are all capable of causing enamel loss.<\/p>\n
What are the Signs of acid wear to your tooth enamel? : <\/strong><\/p>\n Soda, fruit juices, energy drinks and sport beverages are the leading causes of enamel loss.\u00a0\u00a0Energy drinks and lemonade cause the most harm of all drinks.\u00a0\u00a0These foods not only contain a large amount of sugar (19 tsps of sugar in a 20 oz. Mountain Dew) but they also contain acid.\u00a0\u00a0The phosphoric and citric acids found in these drinks lower the neutral Ph of the mouth and start to dissolve the hard enamel on the teeth.<\/p>\n \u00b7Brewed Tea pH 7.2 Calcium and phosphorus work together in the body to form healthy teeth and bones.\u00a0\u00a0If you ingest too much phosphorus,pH, your body excretes it along with calcium.\u00a0\u00a0If you do not have adequate calcium intake, the body takes it from your bones. While it is not possible to replace the missing enamel, there are some things that you can do to minimize the damage.<\/p>\n A MODERN DAY MYTH<\/strong>:\u00a0\u00a0Pregnancy does not cause loss of calcium in the teeth and lead to tooth loss.\u00a0\u00a0Pregnant women tend to eat or drink more frequently through their pregnancy and that, along with poor dental habits, can lead to dental problems. 5 Steps to Minimize Enamel Loss in Teeth 2. Drink your soda with a meal instead of drinking it alone or sipping throughout the day. Each time you drink, you expose your mouth to 20 minutes of an \u201cacid bath\u201d which causes tooth damage. Rinse your mouth with water after consuming an acidic drink or food before you brush your teeth.\u00a0\u00a0The water helps neutralize the acid in the mouth.<\/p>\n 3. Chew sugarless gum to stimulate saliva and maintain a healthy Ph level in your mouth.<\/p>\n 4. Brush your teeth with a fluoridated toothpaste.\u00a0\u00a0Fluoride has been proven to strengthen the existing tooth structure.\u00a0\u00a0Check with your dentist or dental hygienist to see if they may recommend a prescription strength fluoride toothpaste.<\/p>\n 5. Receive\u00a0\u00a0a professional fluoride treatment at your dentists office.<\/p>\n By changing your diet and habits, using fluorides and other supplements and visiting your dental professionals at Sherman Oaks Dental on a regular basis, we can work together to keep your smile healthy for a lifetime.<\/p>\n Looking for more information?<\/p>\n Visit wedmd for more information:\u00a0 http:\/\/www.crestprohealth.com\/dental-hygiene-topics\/tooth-enamel.aspx<\/a><\/p>\n\n
\n\u00b7Brewed Coffee pH 5.51
\n\u00b7Gatorade pH 2.94
\n\u00b7Diet soda pH 2.47-3.67
\n\u00b7Coke pH 2.53
\n\u00b7Battery Acid pH 1.0<\/p>\n
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\n<\/strong>1. Eliminate sodas, sugary and sports drinks.\u00a0\u00a0If a soft drink is consumed, it is best to drink it through a straw, minimizing exposure to the teeth.<\/p>\n