Enamel wear: Management
Managing enamel wear
.
Helping patients treat and prevent enamel wear
Prevention of enamel wear is important and measures should be taken. Patients can follow three simple steps to help protect their enamel.1,2
-
1. Acid exposure
Minimise exposure to acids
- Avoid frequent intake of acidic foods or drinks1,2
- Avoid holding acidic drinks in the mouth1
- Rinse mouth with water after acidic foods and drinks1
-
2. Appropriate brushing
Brush teeth with appropriate technique and timing
- Avoid brushing immediately after consuming acidic food and drink1
- Brush gently but thoroughly with a soft-bristled toothbrush1
-
3. Specialised toothpaste
Use a toothpaste for higher fluoride availability
- Brush twice daily with a fluoride toothpaste2
- Ensure the toothpaste has lower abrasivity1
- Recommend a toothpaste demonstrated to protect enamel against attack by dietary acids
Pronamel – helping protect your patients against enamel wear
Impact on patient quality of life
Find out about the impact enamel wear has on patients’ daily lives
