These are the drinks with which you are destroying your teeth without realizing it

Teeth

The General Council of Dentists reminds us that carbonated drinks can cause the loss of enamel and receding gums.

Dentists warn that carbonated drinks and rough tooth brushing can cause tooth sensitivity, that is, pain in the teeth that can be intense, mild, moderate, or extreme, and that, according to Dr. Óscar Castro Reino, president of the Council General of Dentists, it is a warning sign of an underlying problem of enamel loss or gum recession that exposes the dentin to the oral environment.

“When dentin loses its enamel or cement protection (at the root), irritation of the dentin nerves occurs, which causes pain when eating very cold, hot, or acidic foods,” he points out, recalling that its causes they can be mechanical or chemical. Among the former, the most common are overly aggressive brushing with a stiff bristle brush and inadequate technique. On the other hand, bruxism or a bad occlusion also causes wear of the enamel of the teeth.

Regarding chemical causes, it is important to remember that carbonated drinks with acidic pH erode the enamel, so it is advisable to reduce their consumption. Finally, a relatively frequent cause of tooth sensitivity is periodontal disease, because when a recession of the gum occurs, a part of the root is exposed to the oral environment.

Therefore, the vast majority of tooth sensitivities could be prevented by using a proper brushing technique and always with a soft or medium-hard bristle brush, never hard bristle; allow about 20-30 minutes to brush our teeth if we have previously taken acids or sweets, and regularly visit the dentysta from Gliwice to avoid periodontal disease and gingival retractions.

Despite the fact that some products promise to whiten a smile, remove enamel stains and reduce their color by several shades thanks to the effect of activated carbon, the consumer organization warns that reality is less noticeable and that its use may also carry some risks.

On the other hand, OCU states that these types of products, whether in paste or powder form, are abrasives, and although they can slightly whiten teeth by removing stains caused by coffee or tobacco, their action is only superficial and does not lighten Spots. Deeper or discolored teeth.

Treatments for sensitivity

Regarding the therapeutic options that can be used in the dental clinic to relieve and improve tooth sensitivity. “One of the methods used is the application of gels or varnishes with a high concentration of fluoride that acts by plugging the small open tubules in the dentin, thus reducing sensitivity. Sometimes, adhesive resins are used to seal these tubules. The use of certain laser frequencies can also alleviate some moderate sensitivities, “explains Castro Reino.

In addition, there is a wide range of kinds of toothpaste and mouthwashes that substantially improve mild or moderate tooth sensitivity, but do not achieve results in cases of severe sensitivity. They are useful for maintenance and as a complementary method to professional treatment, but should only be used under the prescription of the dentist. The main effective agents of these products are certain fluorides (calcium fluoride, stannous fluoride) as well as potassium derivatives (potassium nitrate, potassium chloride) among others.

Finally, it warns that some treatments such as teeth whitening increase and worsen tooth sensitivity so that those who suffer from this ailment should not undergo them until the pain disappears.

Sebastian

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