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Posted on 9/20/2015 by General Use |
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![]() Just like the acids in your foods, it eventually harms your enamel, which means your teeth are worn down, putting you at risk for a multitude of oral health symptoms including tooth decay, bruxism, and even difficult chewing. If we notice enamel erosion strictly on your molars, we will often begin to ask about any symptoms of acid reflux that you may have. What is Acid Reflux?Acid reflux is a condition that occurs when the sphincter of your esophagus does not completely close. This sphincter is responsible for sealing stomach acid into the stomach, but when it does not properly close, that acid can leak back into your chest and eventually your mouth. It can cause a variety of symptoms including pain in the chest, bloating, chronic cough, chronic sore or dry throat, and nausea.What Causes Acid Reflux?There are a variety of causes of acid reflux, and no two patients have the same cause. It may be difficult to pinpoint your cause, but here are a few of the most common reasons that it occurs:
Each of these causes can increase your likelihood of obtaining acid reflux; they are also bad habits for your oral health as each of them can cause your enamel to weaken, putting you at risk for tooth decay or gum disease. What can you Do? If you have acid reflux, you should see your doctor to see how to get it under control. In addition, however, you need to keep up your regular dental appointments with us. If you let the acid continue to sit on your teeth, you put yourself at risk a variety of oral health issues. With regular checkups at our office, we can help you to minimize that damage and find appropriate ways to prevent it. In addition to coming in for your checkups, you can do the following:
If you think you have acid reflux, call us today for an appointment so that we can evaluate the state of your mouth as a result of the illness. |
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