Dental Health, Signs of Tooth Erosion
Dental Health, Signs of Tooth Erosion. What is tooth erosion? It is the wearing away of your tooth enamel by acid. Tooth enamel is what protects the outside of your tooth. However high amounts of acids in food and drinks that one may consume can cause tooth erosion as well as different medical issues such as: acid reflux, decrease in saliva (dry mouth) gastrointestinal conditions and eating disorders.
Here are a few signs to look out for and to talk over with your dentist if you should have one ore more of this waring signs. Discoloration of your tooth or teeth. Sensitive teeth, Rounded looking teeth or your the tips of your teeth looking transparent in color (mainly your front teeth). There are more advance signs of tooth erosion which would include cracked or cracking teeth. Rough feeling spots on the tooth surface. Extremely sensitive teeth and tooth decay.
Having dental insurance will not prevent tooth erosion but will make having preventive dental care much more affordable. Please review the dental plans options we offer on our website if you do not currently have dental insurance in place for you and or your family. Remember we are happy to help if you have any questions please call our member services at 310-534-3444 CA time 8-5 M-F,
Tuesday, May. 17th 2011 7:27 AM at 7:27 am
I have always and on and off again acid reflux that I have to deal with but did not know until now that it may also be effecting my teeth. I have a great dentist I do see twice a year so I would think he would say something to me if he notice any damage but I am going to bring this up at my next appointment.