We have previously discussed the negative effects of acid reflux on dental health here. Chewing antacid tablets are a quick and convenient method to help with symptoms of upset stomach and heartburn, but there can also be dental side-effects that you may not be aware of. Antacids can cause dry mouth, which can limit your saliva’s ability to neutralize acids in the mouth and wash away food debris. Antacids often contain sucrose or glucose liquid (SUGAR!!) which can result in t

Dental erosion happens when the enamel layer of our teeth is dissolved away because of exposure to an acidic environment. There can be many sources of this acid, but one that may be overlooked is acid coming from our stomach. Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease or “GORD” is a condition where stomach acid can rise up our food pipe and sometimes go all the way into the mouth. This can give rise to symptoms such as heart-burn or chest pains, a bad taste or odour in the mouth and

Dental erosion happens when the enamel of your teeth is dissolved away by being exposed to acid. This can result from acidic foods and drinks in our diet such as soft drinks juice and sports drinks. What many people do not realise is that our own acid, as a result of reflux or vomiting can play a major role in dental erosion. This erosion can result in loss of the hard white tooth enamel which can lead to yellowish depressions appearing on your teeth. As well as the cosmet