Increased consumption of acidic drinks causes dental erosion

 

A large number of patients visiting the dental health care centers present with dental erosion. Increased incidence of eroded and worn teeth can be the result of overwhelming consumption of acidic drinks and beverages in the modern world. Our social gatherings, meetings, family functions and meals are accompanied by cola drinks and lemon juices. Furthermore, weight conscious folks suck on lemons and continuously intake lemon water to reduce weight and combat obesity. These habits result in increased solubility and softness of outer hard enamel surface of our teeth.

Demineralization of enamel is extremely harmful as enamel does not exhibit the ability to repair or replace itself following trauma or damage. Prevention of enamel loss is the key to long life of your teeth. Enamel loss owing to dental erosion exposes the underlying dentin. Exposure of dentin causes sensitivity, discomfort and pain deteriorating the quality of life of the affected individuals. Dietary modification is necessary to prevent erosion of enamel. Use of milk instead of lemon juice has shown decreased occurrence of dental erosion. Increase intake of water after consumption of lemon products to neutralize the harmful effects. This article gives an insight into the etiology and prevention of dental erosion.

The enamel on the tooth becomes softer and loses mineral content when we eat or drink anything acidic. However, this acidity is cancelled out by saliva, which slowly restores the natural balance within the mouth. But if the mouth is not given enough time to repair itself – because these acid attacks are happening too often – the surface of the teeth is worn away.

Anything with a pH value (the measure of acidity) lower than 5.5 can damage the teeth. Diet and regular sodas, carbonated drinks, flavored fizzy waters, sports drinks, fruit and fruit juices are all known to be harmful to teeth if they are consumed too often.

The study finds that a substantial proportion of adults show some evidence of dental erosion, with the most severe cases being among people who drink sugary soft drinks and fruit juices.

“Water and milk are the best choices by far, not only for the good of our oral health but our overall health too,” says Dr. Carter. “Remember, it is how often we have sugary foods and drinks that causes the problem so it is important that we try and reduce the frequency of consumption.”

“Dental erosion does not always need to be treated. With regular check-ups and advice your dental team can prevent the problem getting any worse and the erosion going any further. The more severe cases of tooth wear can often result in invasive and costly treatment so it is important that we keep to a good oral hygiene routine to make sure these future problems do not arise.”

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Increased consumption of acidic drinks causes dental erosion

Increased consumption of acidic drinks causes dental erosion

 

A large number of patients visiting the dental health care centers present with dental erosion. Increased incidence of eroded and worn teeth can be the result of overwhelming consumption of acidic drinks and beverages in the modern world. Our social gatherings, meetings, family functions and meals are accompanied by cola drinks and lemon juices. Furthermore, weight conscious folks suck on lemons and continuously intake lemon water to reduce weight and combat obesity. These habits result in increased solubility and softness of outer hard enamel surface of our teeth.

Demineralization of enamel is extremely harmful as enamel does not exhibit the ability to repair or replace itself following trauma or damage. Prevention of enamel loss is the key to long life of your teeth. Enamel loss owing to dental erosion exposes the underlying dentin. Exposure of dentin causes sensitivity, discomfort and pain deteriorating the quality of life of the affected individuals. Dietary modification is necessary to prevent erosion of enamel. Use of milk instead of lemon juice has shown decreased occurrence of dental erosion. Increase intake of water after consumption of lemon products to neutralize the harmful effects. This article gives an insight into the etiology and prevention of dental erosion.

The enamel on the tooth becomes softer and loses mineral content when we eat or drink anything acidic. However, this acidity is cancelled out by saliva, which slowly restores the natural balance within the mouth. But if the mouth is not given enough time to repair itself – because these acid attacks are happening too often – the surface of the teeth is worn away.

Anything with a pH value (the measure of acidity) lower than 5.5 can damage the teeth. Diet and regular sodas, carbonated drinks, flavored fizzy waters, sports drinks, fruit and fruit juices are all known to be harmful to teeth if they are consumed too often.

The study finds that a substantial proportion of adults show some evidence of dental erosion, with the most severe cases being among people who drink sugary soft drinks and fruit juices.

“Water and milk are the best choices by far, not only for the good of our oral health but our overall health too,” says Dr. Carter. “Remember, it is how often we have sugary foods and drinks that causes the problem so it is important that we try and reduce the frequency of consumption.”

“Dental erosion does not always need to be treated. With regular check-ups and advice your dental team can prevent the problem getting any worse and the erosion going any further. The more severe cases of tooth wear can often result in invasive and costly treatment so it is important that we keep to a good oral hygiene routine to make sure these future problems do not arise.”

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/293727.php

Increased consumption of acidic drinks causes dental erosion

Betel nut chewing is a major risk factor for oral cancer (VIDEO)

Oral cancer is among the debilitating conditions worsening the quality of an individual’s life. Oral cancer metastasizes to several organs in the human body and is associated with high mortality rate. Cigarette and pipe smoking, alcohol consumption, and betel nut chewing are the major risk factors for the development of oral squamous cell carcinoma. Betel nut is consumed wrapped in betel leaves and produces histological changes in the oral soft tissues. Betel nut chewing is also a major cause of oral tissue scarring and oral sub mucous fibrosis.

In addition to the development of cancer of the mouth, betel nut chewing causes exacerbation of asthma and respiratory disorders, hypertension and cardiac manifestations. It has been associated with higher blood sugar levels leading to occurrence of type II diabetes mellitus. The following video describes the role of betel nut chewing in the development of mouth cancer.  

Do you know that consumption of betel nuts can cause oral cancer? Perhaps not! But doctors say it does and the cases of oral cancers are rising day by day. The deadly habit of taking betel nuts with betel leaves or chewing them raw is followed overBeware, chewers: Betel nut may cause cancer (VIDEO)

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Betel nut chewing is a major risk factor for oral cancer (VIDEO)

Lead fillings, Chlorine and Tang

Why do astronauts get all the good words, like space shuttle and EVA (extra-vehicular activity or spacewalk) and Tang? Did I say Tang? Yes indeed. And I got stuck with words like gums and molars and amalgam.

I mention Tang because amalgam filling material was first used in the T’ang dynasty in China around the 700’s a.d. and first introduced to the U.S. in 1833. Some people still refer to it as “lead fillings” because of the color it turns when it corrodes. Amalgam is made of 50% mercury and a 50% powder mix comprised of silver, tin and copper. All of those metals are necessary to make amalgam do what it does, turning from a gel when first mixed to a hard alloy after several hours.

Table salt also known as sodium chloride is required by the human body. But if we were to break sodium chloride down into its 2 components the metal sodium could burn holes through us just by touching it and the chlorine gas would kill us if we breathe it. In like manner it is the mercury in the amalgam filling which has always caused our health concerns. The American Dental Association has stated that mercury is of no health concern when it is combined with the other metals in a filling. What they fail to state is that not all the mercury in a filling combines completely with the other metals. There are always small wells of pure mercury spread throughout the hardened filling. Is there enough elemental mercury there to cause health problems? Now there is the million dollar question.

White composite fillings are successful because of the bonding process to make them physically attach to the tooth structure. Amalgams, on the other hand, are held in the cavity preparation by physical undercuts in the tooth. On a microscopic level the space that remains between the hardened amalgam and the prepared cavity is wide enough for the bacteria that causes tooth decay to walk side by side hand in hand (assuming bacteria have hands). The only reason cavities don’t occur immediately is that the black corrosion product of the tin/mercury alloy (called gamma 2) is anti-cariogenic – it inhibits tooth decay. The bad side effect of the gamma 2 is that it also contributes to a faster breakdown of the amalgam. So if you have old black corroded amalgams, be happy and sad at the same time. Because your teeth with those old fillings are more protected than the ones with the shiny silver. Although for not as long.

Lead fillings, Chlorine and Tang

Common dental myths

Myths and false concepts about various things become traditional in societies especially when old people teach their siblings about these ideas. Fallacies regarding food stuff are widespread and educated people also believe in them. Likewise, dental myths exist among common folks. Some people have concrete belief that a hard tooth brush is the only solution to maintain white and bright teeth. They will never use a medium consistency or soft consistency brush. People often believe they should always use a whitening tooth paste.

Some folks always use an aspirin tablet in conjunction with tooth brushing and find it beneficial. They advise others to do this. Ice chewing can be harmful but not in all cases. However, some believers find it always damaging to teeth. an important dental myth regarding restoration of teeth is that once you get a tooth filling, you will need to replace it regularly. These people preach others to avoid getting a tooth filling. The following article focuses upon a discussion regarding common dental myths and stories.

Believing these myths about dental hygiene could be harmful for your teeth.

“We see a lot of people that you know bite down on things they shouldn’t,” Dr. Lieberman said. “We see people who really do open up beer bottles with their teeth.”

 

Dentist Larry Lieberman says most of us will eventually have a dental problem.

“Periodontal disease affects over 85% of the population. That’s a really big deal,” he said

However, dentists are seeing an increase in cavities in older adults due to medications that dry out the mouth. They reduce saliva, which protects the teeth.

One way to avoid being part of that statistic: don’t believe teeth myths.

http://www.king5.com/story/news/health/2015/04/23/dental-myths/26137079/

 

 

Common dental myths

Common dental myths

Myths and false concepts about various things become traditional in societies especially when old people teach their siblings about these ideas. Fallacies regarding food stuff are widespread and educated people also believe in them. Likewise, dental myths exist among common folks. Some people have concrete belief that a hard tooth brush is the only solution to maintain white and bright teeth. They will never use a medium consistency or soft consistency brush. People often believe they should always use a whitening tooth paste.

Some folks always use an aspirin tablet in conjunction with tooth brushing and find it beneficial. They advise others to do this. Ice chewing can be harmful but not in all cases. However, some believers find it always damaging to teeth. an important dental myth regarding restoration of teeth is that once you get a tooth filling, you will need to replace it regularly. These people preach others to avoid getting a tooth filling. The following article focuses upon a discussion regarding common dental myths and stories.

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Dentist Larry Lieberman says most of us will eventually have a dental problem.

“Periodontal disease affects over 85% of the population. That’s a really big deal,” he said

One way to avoid being part of that statistic: don’t believe teeth myths.

http://www.king5.com/story/news/health/2015/04/23/dental-myths/26137079/

Common dental myths

Common dental myths

Let friends in your social network know what you are reading about

Believing these myths about dental hygiene could be harmful for your teeth.

A link has been sent to your friend’s email address.

A link has been posted to your Facebook feed.

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Jean Enersen reports.

Dentist Larry Lieberman says most of us will eventually have a dental problem.

“Periodontal disease affects over 85% of the population. That’s a really big deal,” he said

One way to avoid being part of that statistic: don’t believe teeth myths.

Common dental myths