How quickly do the effects of acid wear occur?
There are many factors which contribute to acid wear - most notably, the:
- Frequency of consumption of acidic foods.
- Acidity of foods or drinks.
- Length of contact with teeth.
- Volume of saliva produced by an individual.
People's lifestyles, consumption habits and teeth are different, and each of these can influence the effects of acid wear on the health of our teeth. For this reason it hard to place a universal timeframe on the effects of the condition.
However, according to the 2009 PRONAMEL® National Oral Health Survey, dentists surveyed have highlighted acid wear as a major growing concern for the Australian public - with over 60% believing the condition will become a lot more severe if it’s not addressed.