Causes of oral acidity what are they ? Whether when you wake up or during the day, a study on Oral Hygiene reported that the acidity in the mouth caused by sugary foods, carbonated drinks and other elements of acidic food, can damage teeth by weakening their roots.
Acidity, is not just that thing that happens in the stomach during digestion, it starts in the mouth and cause flatter and weak teeth. Sometimes even a healthy diet can cause the formation of acidity in the mouth and helps in the growth of harmful bacteria. According to the report.
A high level of acidity can cause the enamel layer around the teeth to subvert the pH level in the tooth, which indicates a balance between acidic and alkaline elements in the body. A lower pH level means higher acidity in the mouth, which makes teeth more sensitive to heat and prone to caries.
While sugary foods, soft drinks and specific foods increase the acid level in the mouth, the weight of consumption of bananas, potatoes, dairy products especially milk and nuts while drinking plenty of water helps to increase pH levels and thus reduce the acid level.
After a meal, the pH level in the mouth decreases for about two hours, and the saliva tries to neutralize the acid and increase the pH level, but if the person continues to consume acidic drinks and sugars, the saliva will not be able to neutralize the acid.
- Oral care can be useful by balancing meals, reducing the amount of artificial carbohydrates, and drinking water after each meal.
- Brushing twice a day for more than 4 minutes using fluoride toothpaste will help maintain the enamel layer and overall oral health. According to specialists.