4 Tips to Protect Your Tooth Enamel

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4 Tips to Protect Your Tooth Enamel
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Tooth Enamel Tooth enamel is the hard outer
layer of your teeth that helps to protect the
soft inner tissue, called the pulp, against tooth
decay and infection. Even though it is stronger
than bone, enamel can wear down over time and
leave your teeth vulnerable to damage. You cannot
rebuild tooth enamel once it is gone, so
protecting it is an essential part of your
overall dental health.
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• following four tips will help you protect your
  tooth
• Avoid sugary, acidic foods and drinks.
• Foods and beverages that are very acidic or high
  in sugar allow bacteria to grow in your mouth and
  break down your enamel, so it is best to limit
  your consumption. Candy, pastries, soft drinks,
  sports drinks, and drinking excessive alcohol can
  all contribute to dental erosion. Try to enjoy
  sugary treats in moderation, and if you drink
  beverages that can harm your tooth enamel, drink
  them through a straw to minimize their contact
  with your teeth.
• 2. Eat plenty of fruits, veggies, and dairy
  products. 
• Foods like fruits and vegetables that are rich in
  fiber help increase your saliva flow. This not
  only helps protect your tooth enamel against the
  harmful effects of acid but also restores trace
  minerals to your teeth. In addition, dairy foods
  like milk and cheese are good sources of calcium,
  which helps strengthen tooth enamel. If you
  arent able to eat dairy, add foods that are
  fortified with calcium, such as certain
  ready-to-eat cereals, to your diet.

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3. Dont overbrush. It is vital to brush your
teeth at least twice a day, but dont make the
mistake of thinking that brushing very vigorously
is better for your teeth. If you brush too hard,
you can wear away some of your tooth enamel. Use
a soft toothbrush to make short, gentle strokes
as you brush for two minutes each time. If youre
applying pressure like youre polishing an
eggshell, youre doing it right. 4. Visit your
dentist regularly. Regular dental visits allow
your dentist to detect signs of tooth enamel
erosion when its still in its early stages. They
can then recommend ways to reduce erosion, such
as having a fluoride varnish applied to your
teeth or using a prescription toothpaste that
contains more fluoride. Veneers, which are thin
shells applied to the front side of your teeth,
can also be used to protect vulnerable teeth in
more advanced cases of erosion.
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Conclusion Your tooth enamel helps protect your
teeth from damage, but it can erode and become
thinner over time. This leaves your teeth more
vulnerable to damage, decay, or infection.
Fortunately, you can reduce the risk of damage to
your enamel as well as your teeth by following
the simple steps outlined above. For more
information about Root Canal McKinney, TX visit
James Barnes DDS
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• Contact
• James Barnes, DDS
• Family Cosmetic Dentistry
• 5217 Virginia Parkway
• McKinney, TX 75071
• Phone [phone]
• Email jamesbarnesdds3_at_gmail.com

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