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Dental Erosion
تآكل الأسنان
دانتوں کا کٹاؤ
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Erosion is the loss of tooth enamel caused by acid attack. Enamel is the hard, protective coating of the tooth, which protects the sensitive dentine underneath. When the enamel is worn away, the dentine underneath is exposed, which may lead to pain and sensitivity.
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Tooth decay
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Tooth decay is damage to a tooth caused by dental plaque turning sugars into acid. If plaque is allowed to build up, it can lead to problems, such as holes in the teeth (dental caries) and gum disease. Dental abscesses, which are collections of pus at the end of the teeth or in the gums, may develop.
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Oral Health Advice During Ramadan
During fasting it is common to suffer from bad breath, hence you should [at iftar and suhour] drink plenty of water, eat fruits and vegetables, and avoid spicy and salty foods which could result in dehydration.
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Sticky sweet can get stuck in tooth crevices and stay around long after it’s been swallowed. Sticky sweet is difficult to remove from teeth, and gives cavity-causing bacteria more time to eat away enamel.