{"id":12197,"date":"2022-10-14T11:26:29","date_gmt":"2022-10-14T18:26:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/?p=12197"},"modified":"2022-10-14T11:26:30","modified_gmt":"2022-10-14T18:26:30","slug":"what-it-generally-means-if-your-teeth-feel-a-bit-rough-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/what-it-generally-means-if-your-teeth-feel-a-bit-rough-2\/","title":{"rendered":"What It Generally Means If Your Teeth Feel A Bit Rough"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Your oral health can be affected if your teeth feel irritated or rough.&nbsp;Sometimes tartar can cause this.&nbsp;But, rough teeth may be indicative of an issue with enamel health or possible eroding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tooth Enamel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s start by examining what the feeling is when you touch it with your tongue.&nbsp;It is most likely that this is your&nbsp;<strong>tooth enamel<\/strong>.&nbsp;This is your outermost layer.&nbsp;It protects your teeth and prevents germs from entering your mouth.&nbsp;It is strong and can withstand any kind of erosion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Acid erosion can cause your enamel and teeth to become less smooth.&nbsp;The solution is to address the problem and ensure that your enamel remains healthy.&nbsp;You will notice a decrease in the roughness of your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enamel Erosion: Causes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many factors that can lead to enamel erosion.&nbsp;This could cause you to have rough teeth.&nbsp;This is the most common cause of enamel loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Citrus<\/strong><ul><li>Tooth decay can occur from acidic foods.&nbsp;But citrus fruits, such as grapefruits and limes, can cause tooth erosion.&nbsp;Enjoy the health benefits of citrus fruits in moderation.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Soda<\/strong><ul><li>It is incredible how many sodas contain both sugar and acids.&nbsp;Limit your intake to only 1-2 sodas per week.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Acid reflux<\/strong><ul><li>Acid reflux can cause enamel damage.&nbsp;Avoiding acid reflux symptoms can be a good idea.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Pregnancy<\/strong><ul><li>A pregnancy can also lead to an increase in acidity.&nbsp;This can cause erosion.&nbsp;It is important to brush and rinse your teeth as often, if possible.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Chlorine<\/strong><ul><li>A lot of chlorine can cause tooth erosion.&nbsp;It is better to only allow non-chlorinated waters into your mouth.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Acid. What&#8217;s the current trend?&nbsp;It doesn&#8217;t necessarily have to go away.&nbsp;Moderation can be easier than what you might think.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Strengthening Enamel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You cannot restore tooth enamel.&nbsp;It can be strengthened however by the remineralization method.&nbsp;Oral hygiene products with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Fluoride<\/li><li>Calcium<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many products available that will protect your teeth against eroding, and even prevent them from getting worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Preventing Enamel Erosion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now you are able to strengthen enamel.&nbsp;What does it take for enamel to be strengthened ?&nbsp;Good question.&nbsp;Three things can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Fluoridated water is highly recommended<\/strong><ul><li>Because it is in water, the&nbsp;<strong>fluoride can fight tooth decay<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Sugarless gum can also be chewed<\/strong><ul><li>It stimulates saliva production and can clean your teeth.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>To brush your teeth, use enamel-strengthening toothpaste<\/strong><ul><li>Fluoride toothpaste should only be used two times daily.&nbsp;It strengthens enamel and helps prevent cavities.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To&nbsp;<strong>prevent tooth loss<\/strong>&nbsp;and to strengthen your enamel, you can make small changes in your lifestyle and diet.&nbsp;If you aren&#8217;t sure where to start, consult your dentist.&nbsp;You will find that they will ease your rough sailing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your oral health can be affected if your teeth feel irritated or rough.&nbsp;Sometimes tartar can cause this.&nbsp;But, rough teeth may be indicative of an issue with enamel health or possible eroding. 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