Erosive Tooth Wear
Erosion and tooth wear are increasingly common threats to oral health as the consumption of acidic beverages continues to grow. The acid pH of a soft drink, for example, is strong enough to dissolve an eggshell.1 This is similar to what occurs when the crystalline tooth structure is attacked by acidic forces. Once the outer layer of enamel has broken down, teeth are not able to rebuild a new enamel surface. When the surface structure is compromised, secondary dentin is more likely to form, and the tooth eventually becomes less responsive to various stimuli.
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