How To Avoid Tooth Abrasion and Tooth Erosion

Tooth abrasion and tooth erosion refer to a loss of part of the tooth’s outer covering, the enamel, and sometimes deeper parts of the tooth. Dental erosion is defined as irreversible loss of dental hard tissue by a chemical process that does not involve bacteria.

Acids in the mouth can dissolve away tooth surfaces. Given the chance, teeth will repair themselves, using minerals from saliva. But if acid is in the mouth too often, teeth cannot repair themselves and the hard tooth surface (the enamel) becomes thinner - this is called «tooth erosion».

Dental erosion is increasingly common and can have long-term consequences for the general and dental health of affected individuals.

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