During this time, we have always been taught that sugar or any sweet things is the number one destroyer of teeth. In fact, there are actually other things that can damage teeth. What?
1. Acerbity
Sugar is not the only cause damage to the teeth. Food acids, the pH is low, such as sour candies, soft drinks, and fruit juices, can soften the tooth. The result, erosion and thinning of the enamel on teeth. Citric acid is the worst acid for your teeth. Acid damage to teeth is more severe than the damage the child’s adult teeth because the tooth is immature and strong child.
If you really want to eat sour foods, you should take it at mealtimes. This will minimize the effect because you will eat together with other foods. The other way is by chewing xylitol-based chewing gum that is able to expel the bacteria and prevent tooth decay. Brushing your teeth regularly use baking soda is also believed to neutralize the acid in the mouth.
2. Enamel is the strongest substance in humans, but can be easily damaged
Ice, popcorn, and put on lip rings that can make a broken tooth. Original tooth that is broken or damaged can not grow back. Popcorn ears are sometimes still has not been fully developed, meaning that very hard and when bitten can damage teeth. So is ice cubes. If you have enough dental fillings, then do not force it to bite hard foods.
Metal jewelry that is placed in the mouth, such as tongue and lips, can also damage teeth. Metal jewelry can be a place to live bacteria and makes teeth broken due to a fall.
3. Too much fluoride can be bad for your teeth
We all know that fluoride is important for dental health. However, children under 8 years of age who use too much fluoride when their permanent teeth are still under the gums (yet growing) was found suffering from the condition called fluorosis. Symptoms, on the gums look there are white dots, sometimes brownish. Unfortunately, fluorosis stains are intrinsic, can not be cleaned easily.
Using too much fluoride can also be porous. The problem is when the toothpaste ingested, usually occurs in children. Therefore, we suggested to use a little toothpaste, about the size of a pea grain. For children, use toothpaste that does not Containing fluoride until they are able to understand that toothpaste is not to be swallowed.
4. Braces can be caused cavities
Of course, braces are used to repair teeth that is located less than ideal. However, braces can cause other problems found in the teeth: tooth decay. If you use braces, always make sure you brush your teeth every time after eating. Food, bacteria and acid can be caught on the wire and erode tooth enamel.
Aloe is a natural tooth cleaners, although its benefit was not too subtle and not as clean brush. When someone uses braces, she would get used to no longer use the tongue to clean the teeth because it was not comfortable when the tongue touches the metal wire. Consequently, if the dirt is not cleaned, it happens buildup.