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The Truth About Tooth Enamel: Can You Grow It Back?

February 16, 2018

The Truth About Tooth Enamel: Can You Grow It Back?

If you’ve done your research about teeth then you’re likely familiar with enamel. It’s a big part of ensuring the health of your mouth. It’s the outer layer of your teeth and it works to protect the more sensitive parts below it. It keeps your teeth safer from bacteria and other things that could hurt it.

Enamel is extremely hard but it can be worn down. There are some things that can wear it down faster, which include sugary or carb-filled foods, drinking soda, or not following basic oral health tips. Brushing and flossing on a regular basis are the best way to keep your enamel in as good of shape as possible. If you haven’t been great about this in the past, then you may wonder if you can re-build your enamel. It’s very difficult to do but it’s not impossible. Read on to learn more about it and then contact California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161 for a dentist’s opinion on your best options.

Getting enough fluoride is essential

Fluoride works to restore your teeth and mouth and to ensure that they’re as healthy as they can be. When fluoride ions are added to your saliva, repair can be done to the damage to teeth or gums. That’s why it’s wise to not only use a toothpaste with fluoride but a mouthwash with fluoride as well. A time goes on, your California dentist may be able to share the good news that your enamel has gotten stronger.

Improve your diet

It’s likely no surprise that what you eat and drink can impact your oral health. Whatever you’re eating gets into your saliva, and your saliva surrounds your teeth all day long. If you have nutrients and vitamins in your saliva, then your teeth are going to benefit. On the other hand, if your saliva is packed with sugar, bacteria, and carbs, then your teeth can suffer. We recommend improving your diet to both reduce future damage and to help improve and rebuild any damage that’s already been done.

Don’t skip your dental visits

It’s essential that you visit your dentist for an exam and dental cleaning twice a year. At your next appointment, simply as your dentist at California Dental Group about the state of your enamel. If you’re worried, then ask for personalized attention to the matter. There are numerous things we can do, depending on the situation. Fluoride treatments may help. Cosmetic dentistry options that cover up softened or lost enamel may help. A crown may even help prevent future harm from coming to your tooth.

If you’re interested in improving your oral health, whether it’s the enamel on your teeth or the whiteness of your smile, then you’ve come to the right place. At California Dental Group, we’re proud to offer a wide range of offices that assure everyone has a convenient place at which to keep their oral health in tip top shape. Call us at (800) 407-0161 today to make an appointment.

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