For dietary acids, exposure was considered as regular consumption of acidic foods, such as citrus fruit and acidic beverages, twice or more per day.
High consumption of acidic drinks was reported by 43%, while 23.5% had equivalent intake of acidic fruits (grapefruit, oranges, apples).
Extrinsic factors include the consumption of acidic foods and carbonated beverages, citrus fruits, low pH medications and, to a lesser degree, occupational exposure to acidic environments.
Millward A, Shaw L, Harrington E, Smith A. Continuous monitoring of salivary flow rate and pH at the surface of the dentition following consumption of acidic beverages.
Clinicians need to counsel young patients about the potential development of dental erosion and to avoid the frequent consumption of acidic foods, including novelty sweets.
The consumption of acidic soft drinks continues to rise as do concerns regarding effects of frequent intake.
"Combine this with bruxism, which is reported by many users for up to 24 hours after taking the drug; dehydration from prolonged dancing; and the possible consumption of acidic fizzy drinks, and there is the potential for dental damage".
Excessive consumption of acidic candies combined with a low salivary buffering capacity may aggravate erosive lesions [ 17, 63].
Also, no significant difference was found in the consumption of acidic medicines between competitive and recreational swimmers or between genders.
In addition, the examiner asked each patient about their dietary habits, such as consumption of acidic beverages and foods.
