Helping patients understand enamel erosion

An overview of enamel erosion.

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Risk Factors

Discuss with your patient if any of these risk factor foods or conditions apply
  • Acidic foods

    Certain food and drinks (acidic or sweet) can cause dental erosion

  • Acid reflux

    Highly acidic gastric juice in the mouth may lead to dental erosion

  • Teeth grinding

    Grinding wears away the tooth enamel and possibly the dentin

Problem Progression

Swipe to show patients the progression of dental erosion
  • Disease Progression
  • Disease Progression
  • Disease Progression

In-Office Treatment Options

The most common in-office procedures

The professional application of a fluoride varnish.

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At Home Treatment Options

The most common at-home treatments