Tooth enamel is the hardest and most highly mineralized substance of the body, and is one of the four major tissues which make up the tooth. It’s also susceptible to acid and build-up of bacteria. It can dissolve or decay when exposed to these substances. Enamel’s primary purpose is to protect your teeth from damage.

What is enamel erosion?

Enamel erosion is the irreversible loss of tooth tissue due mainly to exposure to acids found in food and drinks.

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What is enamel?

Tooth enamel is the hardest and most highly mineralized substance of the body, and is one of the four major tissues which make up the tooth. It’s also susceptible to acid and build-up of bacteria. It can dissolve or decay when exposed to these substances.

Enamel’s primary purpose is to protect your teeth from damage.
What is enamel erosion?

Enamel erosion is the irreversible loss of tooth tissue due mainly to exposure to acids found in food and drinks.

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