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Intrinsic causes of erosion
Rebecca Moazzez1, David Bartlett
1Department of Prosthodontics, King's College London Dental Institute, London, UK.
Monographs in Oral Science
|July 5, 2014
Summary
Gastric acid reflux into the mouth can cause significant dental erosion. This review examines conditions linked to gastric juice migration and its impact on tooth enamel.
Area of Science:
- Dental Science
- Gastroenterology
- Public Health
Background:
- Gastric juice in the mouth, often from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), can lead to dental erosion.
- GERD affects a significant portion of the Western population, with palatal dental erosion being a key clinical sign.
- Conditions like laryngopharyngeal reflux, eating disorders, alcoholism, and pregnancy can contribute to gastric juice migration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the medical and dental literature on conditions associated with gastric juice movement.
- To explore the link between gastric acid reflux and dental erosion.
- To understand the aetiology of acid-induced dental erosion.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of medical and dental sources.
- Analysis of studies investigating the causes of acid erosion.
- Synthesis of findings on gastric acid's erosive potential.
Main Results:
- Gastric acids have the potential to cause moderate-to-severe dental erosion.
- Palatal dental erosion is a common clinical sign of gastric juice entering the mouth.
- Chronic reflux leads to more widespread dental erosion.
Conclusions:
- Gastric juice migration is a significant factor in dental erosion.
- Understanding the underlying conditions is crucial for managing dental erosion.
- Further randomized studies are needed to fully elucidate the etiology of acid-induced dental erosion.
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