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New research has found orange juice is significantly more damaging to your teeth than whitening treatments. The British Dental Health Foundation has warned the public to cut down on how often they consume acidic fruit drinks, which can eventually lead to tooth loss and costly treatment.
The advice follows evidence discovered by researchers at the Eastman Institute, part of the University of Rochester Medical Center, which showed daily exposure to orange juice caused significantly more damage to enamel than over-the-counter whitening treatments, products which more typically prompt enquiries over side-effects and safety concerns.
Of real concern is the potential for an erosion explosion in children’s teeth. At least 50 per cent of under-fives experience signs of tooth decay as parents allow too many sugary snacks - it is important acid erosion does not follow suit.
Parents providing fruit juice as a healthy drink for their kids need to be aware of the potential damage to their teeth.
Foundation chief executive Nigel Carter said: ‘We often hear of safety concerns over whitening treatment while fruit juices are marketed as healthy drinks. Yet this research shows the extent of damage caused by orange juice while professional or home whitening after consultation with a dentist is relatively low-risk. Your mouth needs time to recover after exposure to acids or sugars so cut down on the frequency you have these snacks or drinks. Water and milk drinks are safe alternatives.’
http://www.the-dentist.co.uk/News 9.html
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The advice follows evidence discovered by researchers at the Eastman Institute, part of the University of Rochester Medical Center, which showed daily exposure to orange juice caused significantly more damage to enamel than over-the-counter whitening treatments, products which more typically prompt enquiries over side-effects and safety concerns.
Of real concern is the potential for an erosion explosion in children’s teeth. At least 50 per cent of under-fives experience signs of tooth decay as parents allow too many sugary snacks - it is important acid erosion does not follow suit.
Parents providing fruit juice as a healthy drink for their kids need to be aware of the potential damage to their teeth.
Foundation chief executive Nigel Carter said: ‘We often hear of safety concerns over whitening treatment while fruit juices are marketed as healthy drinks. Yet this research shows the extent of damage caused by orange juice while professional or home whitening after consultation with a dentist is relatively low-risk. Your mouth needs time to recover after exposure to acids or sugars so cut down on the frequency you have these snacks or drinks. Water and milk drinks are safe alternatives.’
http://www.the-dentist.co.uk/News 9.html
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