O premature aging of the mouth It is the loss of the mineral structure of the teeth, that is, the enamel, at a very early stage, which is closely related to our current lifestyle.
They exist four main reasons that can cause mouth aging: poor sleep quality, gastric diseases, acidic diet and stress.
Low sleep quality and stress, associated with anxiety, depression and burnout, are linked to bruxismwhich creates an overload on the bones, joints and teeth, causing cracks, fractures, gum retraction and bone resorption due to compression.
People who have gastric diseasessuch as reflux and gastritis, can also have a change in oral pH, as acidity causes chemical degradation of the tooth structure due to the corrosive effect of saliva.
O frequent consumption of acidic foods and drinks in everyday life, which have a high corrosive content, also leaves tooth enamel more vulnerable to wear. Erosion of tooth enamel can lead to a series of problems, including increased sensitivity and cavities, aging your smile.
How to avoid premature oral aging?
Unfortunately, the initial damage caused by mouth aging is not noticed by patients. Therefore, prevention is always the best medicine, and here are some important tips To avoid this problem:
- Reduce or control the consumption of acidic drinks and foods;
- Increase your water intake;
- Consume foods rich in calcium, such as cheese and milk, as they rebalance the pH of your mouth;
- If you are going to consume acidic drinks, prefer to use straws;
- After consuming acidic foods and drinks, rinse your mouth with water and wait a few minutes to brush your teeth;
- Visit a dentist periodically.
Pâmela Ferrari, dentist. Instagram: @drapamelaferrari
