Posts Tagged ‘dental erosion’
Auckland Dentist Claims Changes In Diet To Blame For Dental Erosion
A dentist from Auckland has claimed that changes in diet are responsible for high rates of dental erosion. Dr Andrea Shepperson said that increased consumption of fizzy and sugary drinks and acidic foods and drinks is to blame for the increased prevalence of dental erosion, which occurs when the tooth enamel becomes worn. Dr Shepperson […]
Dentists Warn Against Brushing Straight After Eating
Dentists are constantly urging people to clean their teeth to prevent oral diseases, such as tooth decay and gum disease, however, brushing too soon after eating could actually do more harm than good and dentists advise waiting at least an hour to brush. Brushing within 20 minutes of eating foods, especially those that are sugary […]
University research teams join forces to investigate dental erosion
Research teams from the University of Ulster and King’s College London have teamed up to carry out a pioneering study into the effects of drinking fizzy drinks. The project has been awarded £100,000 by the Leverhulme Trust and will be conducted over the course of the next two years. The study will investigate the relationship […]
