Begin by looking at your teeth in the mirror.
1.) Do your teeth have a slightly yellowing appearance?
2.) Do your front teeth appear slightly glassy or see-through
around the biting edges?
3.) Have you noticed small dents on the surface of your teeth?
4.) Have you noticed small cracks and roughness at the edges
of your teeth?
5.) Have you noticed your teeth becomng more sensitive?
As in a slight twinge when consuming hot, cold or sweet
Food and drinks.
Now count up the number of questions you answered 'yes'
to.
0 yes answers: You are unlikely to have acid erosion.
1-2 yes answers: You could be at risk for acid erosion.
3-5 yes answers: you may are displaying signs of acid erosion
If you are noticing signs of acid erosion, You may want to consult
your Dentist or Hygienist on what to do.
In my two part Quiz on tooth sensitivity, we will do another assessment .
After, I will discuss options and what you can do to help and prevent
tooth erosion.
Happy Flossing,
Sheri white
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