Acid Erosion: A Common Cause of Tooth Decay

Many people are unaware of the damaging effects caused by acid erosion, yet 20%–45% of American adults are already showing signs of it. Protecting your teeth from acid erosion begins with understanding exactly what it is, what causes it, and what you can do to prevent it.

Woman and Man Smiling Showing Strong and White Enamel — Are Everyday Acids Affecting Your Tooth Enamel?

Acids in your diet can wear down your enamel. Take this short quiz to see if your teeth are being affected by acid erosion.

Acidic Fruit Cup Thumbnail — Foods and Drinks That Cause Acid Erosion

Understanding the acidity of your diet can help protect your teeth from the effects of acid erosion.

Sliced Orange Callout — The Effects of Acid Erosion

Learn about the effects of acid erosion and how your teeth could be at risk.

Woman Pouring Milk — How to Prevent Acid Erosion

See how you can start protecting your enamel from acid erosion with these simple steps.

Tooth With Cavity — Cavities vs. Acid Erosion

Explore the differences between cavities and acid erosion and how they can affect your teeth.

Boy Eating Watermelon Header Callout — Protect Your Kid’s Teeth from Acid Erosion

Children need special care to protect their young teeth from acid erosion. Learn more about why your child's teeth are vulnerable and how to protect them.

Woman and Man Smiling Showing Strong and White Enamel — Are Everyday Acids Affecting Your Tooth Enamel?

Acidic Fruit Cup Thumbnail — Foods and Drinks That Cause Acid Erosion

Sliced Orange Callout Mobile — The Effects of Acid Erosion

Woman Pouring Milk Mobile — How to Prevent Acid Erosion

Tooth With Cavity Mobile — Cavities vs. Acid Erosion

Boy Eating Watermelon Header Callout Mobile — Protect Your Kid’s Teeth from Acid Erosion

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