How can I protect my teeth from acid erosion?
Limit acidic foods and drinks, use a straw, drink water afterward, and wait at least 30 minutes after consuming acids to brush.
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Dr. Susan R. Pan, DDS, is a highly qualified dentist with a long-standing engagement in the field since 1986. She was a recipient of the Dr. Gerald Z Wright Award for graduating first in her class at Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Western Ontario. Additionally, she worked as a clinical instructor for new dentists at the University of Western Ontario’s School of Dentistry and graduated from the Dental School of Sun Yat-Sen University of Medical Sciences. Dr. Pan has received recognition for her exceptional work, as she was consecutively awarded the Diamond Winner for the Readers’ Choice of their Favorite Dentist by the Hamilton Spectator in 2014 and 2015, and was nominated for the same title multiple times in 2007, 2010, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017.
A crown covers a damaged tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance.
Enamel is the tooth’s outer protective layer, shielding it from decay and daily wear and tear.
To remove food particles and plaque from between teeth and under the gumline, areas a toothbrush can’t reach, and prevent cavities and gum disease.
It can stain the teeth and, if consumed frequently, can contribute to tooth decay due to its acidic nature.
Causes include certain medications, aging, radiation therapy, diseases, and tobacco or alcohol use.
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