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02.12.2015
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A new study has shown that the acidic components of sugar-free products also harm tooth enamel
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The acidic components present in some foods and drinks can cause tooth enamel softening, contributing to dental erosion (Thinkstock / SEE)
Soft drinks, sports drinks and sweets without sugar can be as or even more harmful to teeth than sugared products. So says a study by researchers at the University Melbourne, Australia.
At work, the researchers tested the impact on the health of teeth 23 products from candy, soda and sugary sports drinks and sugar. The results showed that the majority of products contributes to the softening of 30% and 50% of tooth enamel, including those without sugar. The information is the American CBS network.
According to the authors, this is because components such as acid additives and low pH levels (a measure of acidity) soften the glaze (hard tissue of the teeth), leading to dental erosion.
"Not many people know that reducing sugar intake does not decrease the risk of tooth decay caused by chemical mixture of acids in some foods and beverages," said Eric Reynolds, an author of the study and chairman of the Research Center Cooperative Oral Health University of Melbourne.
A tip to help protect teeth from erosion is looking product labels in search of acidic components and avoid them. Among them, citric and phosphoric acid.
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