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Occupation and sports.

Adrian Lussi1, Thomas Jaeggi

  • 1Department of Preventive, Restorative and Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dental Medicine, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland.

Monographs in Oral Science
|May 12, 2006
PubMed
Summary

Occupations involving frequent acid exposure, like in the chemical industry or wine tasting, can increase dental erosion risk. Strenuous sports activities, especially those with acidic drinks or low pH environments, also pose a risk for tooth wear.

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Area of Science:

  • Dental science
  • Occupational health
  • Sports medicine

Background:

  • Dental erosion is a multifactorial condition.
  • Occupational and sports-related exposures to acids are potential risk factors.
  • Previous studies suggest associations but lack population-level data.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the role of occupation and sports activities as risk factors for dental erosion.
  • To identify specific at-risk occupations and sports.
  • To understand the mechanisms linking these activities to tooth wear.

Main Methods:

  • Review of case reports and existing studies on dental erosion.
  • Analysis of clinical findings in affected individuals.
  • Identification of common exposure types (acids, sports drinks, strenuous exercise).

Main Results:

  • Frequent occupational acid exposure (e.g., chemical industry, wine tasters) is linked to increased dental erosion, particularly on upper anterior teeth.
  • Strenuous sports activities, including swimming in low pH water and consuming sports drinks, are associated with erosive tooth wear.
  • Dentine hypersensitivity is a common clinical finding in affected individuals.

Conclusions:

  • Certain occupations and sports activities can be significant cofactors in the development and progression of dental erosion.
  • While these factors contribute, they are unlikely to be the sole cause of this complex condition.
  • Awareness of occupational and sports-related risks is crucial for preventive dental strategies.

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