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Protect your beautiful teeth! Sensodyne® ProNamel™ toothpaste, new from the makers of Sensodyne®, is an easy, effective way to protect against the effects of acid erosion.

Dentists have noticed acid erosion is becoming increasingly common in their patients. It's linked to our modern diet and lifestyle -- and even teenagers can develop it. Acid erosion damages your enamel and gradually changes the shape, texture and appearance of your teeth. In the process, it can make your teeth extra sensitive to certain foods, tastes and temperatures.

Acid erosion can be mild or severe, ranging from cosmetic issues to dental pain. Take the Acid Erosion Risk Assessment to find out if you have any risk factors or signs. If you do, don't ignore them -- talk to your dentist. It pays to be proactive because acid erosion can't be reversed. But you can take steps to control it and prevent further damage.

Sensodyne® ProNamel™ is the one brand dentists recommend most for protection against acid erosion. Brushing with Sensodyne® ProNamel™ every day will help keep your enamel strong and give your teeth the extra TLC they deserve.

Get the facts on acid erosion

Risk Factors

Many of the foods and drinks in our modern diet -- including fruit, wine and soda (even sugar-free drinks) -- contain acid. When acid comes into contact with our teeth, it temporarily softens their hard enamel surface. During toothbrushing, the softened enamel can become thin and be worn away more easily. This wearing away of the enamel from acid in our diet is called acid erosion.

Signs

Pay closer attention to how your teeth look and feel. Teeth may lose their brightness as the enamel wears away and the underlying dentin shows through. This “transparency” can be an early warning of acid erosion. Tooth sensitivity is another typical sign that can show up at any stage of the acid erosion process. Sensitive teeth twinge, tingle or ache from hot or cold foods, drinks or temperatures — or even from brushing or flossing. In the later stages of acid erosion, teeth may become yellowed, rounded or transparent on the edges, or dentedon the chewing surface.

Protection

There are several things you can do to protect your teeth, even if you already have signs of acid erosion.

Avoid brushing your teeth immediately after consuming acid foods or drinks, when your enamel is most soft and more likely to be damaged.
Don't swish acidic drinks in your mouth -- swallow them quickly. Consider drinking soft drinks through a straw to avoid contact with your teeth. When it comes to acid erosion, studies suggest that the way you drink acidic beverages has more of an effect on your teeth than the quantity you drink.
Have regular dental check-ups and follow your dentist's or dental hygienist's advice.
Use Sensodyne® ProNamel™ as your daily toothpaste.