What is Enamel?
Tooth Enamel is the hard outer layer of the tooth that covers the Dentin, the softer and more sensitive inner layer. Enamel, in other words, preserves your grin, which you like to flaunt in public!



What is Enamel Erosion?
When harmful bacteria grown from sugars and starches and acids from citrus fruits and coffee come into contact with the Enamel, the material begins to break down. Subsequently, it leads to Enamel Erosion.

Hence, Brushing and Flossing your teeth at least twice a day is essential to ensure that these harmful substances do not remain in contact with your tooth Enamel for a lengthy amount of time.



What are the symptoms of Enamel Erosion?

Tooth Enamel degradation manifests itself in a variety of ways. Some of the symptoms are:
● Cracked Teeth

● Heightened sensitivity to taste, sensations, and warm/cold food & beverages.

● Discoloured Teeth



What are the causes of Enamel Erosion?
Acids present in meals and beverages are one of the leading causes of Enamel degradation. To safeguard your teeth, saliva continually neutralizes acid in your mouth. The outer layer of Enamel will deteriorate over time if you consume too much acidic food and drink and do not brush/ floss your teeth correctly.


Foods/ Beverages which can trigger Enamel Erosion are:
● Ice Cream
● Syrups
● Caramel
● Starchy Foods
● White Bread
● Acidic Foods (Apples, Citrus Fruits, Berries & Rhubarb)
● Fruit Drinks And Juices
● Sodas


Other factors that contribute to Enamel degradation include:
● Tooth Grinding
● Low Salivary Flow (Xerostomia)
● Eating Disorder (Bulimia): It disturbs the digestive system and exposes teeth to stomach acid.



How can Enamel Erosion be treated?

At My Gentle Dentist, we treat Enamel Erosion via two procedures:


Tooth Bonding:
Tooth Bonding is a treatment that involves applying a tooth-colored substance called resin on discolored or broken teeth. The resin helps hide discolorations while also protecting your teeth. If enamel erosion has produced discolouration on your front teeth, you may wish to explore Dental Bonding.


-Veneer/ Crown
If the Enamel loss is severe, the Dentist may prescribe a Crown or Veneer to protect the tooth. The Crown/Veneer will help keep the tooth from decaying further and restore the aesthetics of your smile.