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Eliminating Teeth Erosion in Leeds

The erosion of the teeth, like most teeth problems in Leeds, is not always obvious at first. It’s caused by a repetitive attack of acids over time that reduces the enamel on the teeth; a process that is irreversible. These acids can attack the teeth in two different ways. Firstly, it’s down to what we expose our mouths from the outside (extrinsically). Fruit juices, carbonated drinks and soft drinks have a very high acidity level that attack the enamel of the teeth if not cleared away effectively. Certain medicines also contain a high acid content, as do chemicals found in swimming pools, such as chlorine, Secondly, acids that attack our teeth can be produced from inside the body (intrinsically). Poor diet, eating disorders, gastric acids, excessive vomiting from excessive alcohol abuse and bulimia. It’s important to be aware of the symptoms in order to stop the problem progressing. Teeth sensitivity, transparency, discoloration and cracking are all signs that you may be suffering from some form of erosion, and any of these can expose the teeth to decay. It is not impossible to treat however; getting a good diet and by laying off the booze, are the obvious starters. But a dentist will also be able to recommend certain fluoride treatments and toothpastes if the problem is caught early on. If the problem is a lot more advanced, you may require certain cosmetic procedures to restore your teeth.

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