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Alcopop induced erosion: management in general denta practice
Mike Lloyd Hughes1, Jeremy S Rees
1Division of Adult Dental Health, Cardiff University Dental School, Heath Park, Cardiff, UK.
Dental Update
|July 9, 2008
Summary
Alcopops, or ready-to-drink alcoholic beverages, contribute to dental erosion due to their high acidity. Frequent consumption, especially by teenagers, poses a significant risk to oral health.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Public Health
Background:
- Alcopops are popular fruit-flavored alcoholic beverages among young adults and increasingly underage teenagers.
- Their high citrus content and acidic pH are linked to dental erosion.
Observation:
- A case study of a 19-year-old female details dental erosion potentially caused by regular alcopop consumption since age 15.
- Treatment involved conservative dental procedures like compomer fillings and porcelain veneers.
Findings:
- Frequent intake of extrinsic acids, such as those in alcopops, leads to significant dental erosion.
- Alcopops are identified as a key etiological factor in dental erosion, particularly among young females.
Implications:
- Highlights the need for increased awareness regarding the dental risks associated with alcopop consumption in adolescents.
- Underscores the importance of preventive and conservative dental treatments for managing erosion in young patients.
