Dentist named the reasons for the destruction of tooth enamel

On Monday, February 9, Victoria Karatayeva, the chief dentist of All Yours Dentistry, spoke about the habits that lead to the destruction of tooth enamel.

According to the expert, one of the unobvious provocateurs of enamel destruction is the habit of washing down hot food with cold drinks, as temperature fluctuations increase sensitivity and can provoke microcracks on the enamel. Another reason is acidic foods and drinks: water with lemon in the morning, citrus smoothies, sugar—free sodas, the dentist added.

According to Karatayeva, the time of brushing teeth is important: after eating, the acid temporarily demineralizes the enamel, and the brush can injure it. She also warned against the habit of gnawing on seeds, nuts, pens and pencils, as it often ends in cracks and chips.

The doctor added that smoking negatively affects the enamel and oral mucosa. In addition, aggressive cleaning, an unsuitable brush or an incorrect irrigator mode can damage the enamel.

"Another reason for enamel destruction is Bruxism. With severe compression of the jaws in a dream, the enamel is erased, the joint is in hypertonia. With gingivitis or periodontitis, loosening of the teeth is possible. Stress also plays a role: saliva changes its protective properties, dry mouth appears, and caries develops faster with complications, so it is important to monitor your emotional state and drink more water," the expert recommended in a conversation with Lenta.Ru .

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Earlier that day, Maxim Matyukhin, the chief physician of the dental clinic, an orthopedic dentist, spoke to RIAMO about the advantages of electric toothbrushes. According to the expert, it is easier and more effective to brush teeth with their help. 360.ru .

Dentist and orthodontist Farit Kadyro spoke on September 30, 2025 about the importance of correcting the bite in an adult. According to him, this will help prevent tooth wear and improve their condition. The dentist emphasized that after correcting the bite, a person can get rid of headaches and facial pains, as well as avoid muscle tension.

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