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[Dental erosion and nutrition]
A van Nieuw Amerongen1, E C Veerman
1Vakgroep Orale Biochemie, Academisch Centrum Tandheelkunde Amsterdam (ACTA).
Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Tandheelkunde
|November 1, 1995
Summary
Dental erosion, a tooth tissue dissolution caused by dietary or stomach acids, can be prevented. Strategies include reducing acid exposure, neutralizing acids with milk, using fluoride, and employing pH-raising chewing gums.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Health
- Biochemistry
Background:
- Dental erosion is the chemical dissolution of tooth tissue by acids from diet or stomach.
- Plaque bacteria produce organic acids, leading to dental caries.
- Frequent consumption of acidic foods and drinks are major risk factors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the causes and risk factors of dental erosion.
- To present preventive strategies for dental erosion.
Main Methods:
- Review of scientific literature on dental erosion.
- Identification of dietary, salivary, and behavioral risk factors.
- Compilation of preventive measures.
Main Results:
- Key risk factors include frequent intake of acidic foodstuffs (e.g., citrus fruits) and beverages (e.g., colas, fruit juices, sports drinks).
- Low salivary secretory rate, low pH, and low buffer capacity are identified salivary risk factors.
- Prevention involves reducing acid exposure frequency and duration, neutralizing acids with milk, regular fluoride application, and using pH-raising chewing gums.
Conclusions:
- Dental erosion is a multifactorial condition influenced by diet, saliva, and oral hygiene practices.
- A combination of preventive strategies can effectively mitigate the risk and progression of dental erosion.