The Role of Drinks in Tooth Surface Loss

From Volume 31, Issue 6, July 2004 | Pages 318-326

Authors

J. S. Rees

BDS, MScD, FDS RCS (Edin.), PhD, ILTM

Professor of Restorative Dentistry, Adult Dental Health Dept., Dental School, University of Wales College of Medicine, Heath Park, Cardiff CF4 4XY

Articles by J. S. Rees

Abstract

This paper outlines the current knowledge about the interaction between various groups of drinks and tooth surface loss. It begins by examining how the erosive effects of drinks are assessed in the laboratory and clinically. It then surveys the current erosive effects of various groups of drinks, including carbonated drinks, mineral waters, alcopops, ciders, beers, wine and fruit teas.

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