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There are two damaging forces at work in carbonated soft drinks (pop). One is the sugar which can feed the bacteria (caries) in dental plaque. The other is the combination of carbonic acid and phosphoric acid, which can damage enamel. (Concentrated forms of this combination are used to etch glass!)
Fortunately, tooth enamel can be protected by regular brushing and flossing, especially before bedtime. The bacteria that cause tooth decay must compete for food with the normal bacteria in the mouth, and can be temporarily decimated by ordinary mouthwash. In the case of children, fluoride can strengthen the enamel and limit the damage by acids, either those in foods or those secreted by bacteria.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 12y agoThe enamel of teeth is made primarily of hydroxyapatite, or Ca5(PO4)3OH. It is somewhat basic, and so will react to some degree with acid. The phosphoric acid in cola is stronger than carbonic acid (which is found in all carbonate beverages), and so is more damaging to teeth.
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∙ 11y agoIt really doesn't cause tooth damage. My mom drinks Coca Cola all the time and she's always perfectly fine. Her teeth have never gotten tooth damage.
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Does acid damage your teeth?
Yes.
Does acetic acid damage the teeth?
Yes
Will drinking vinegar damage teeth?
yes. vinegar is an acid and acid leads to the abrasion of teeth wearing of the enamel which in turn causes sensitivity of teeth.
Does phosphoric acid cause damage to teeth?
Yes, the phosphoric acid found in soda and other processed foods can dissolve the main constituent of enamel, which protects the teeth. Other acids like hydrochloric acid and citric acid do similar damage.
Is carbonated water in excess bad for you?
Yes, the acid will damage your teeth.
Find a science fair project on which soda has the most acid?
cocacola
How do the PH levels of stomach acid effect the enamel on teeth?
The low pH levels in stomach acid can erode tooth enamel over time. This is why frequent vomiting (where the teeth consistently meet stomach acid) can damage the teeth.
Is burping bad for teeth?
no burping isn't bad for teeth it may be an acid/gas but it isn't a bad type which would damage your teeth
Does fizzy water rot teeth?
i guess if its 'fizzy', then it has co2 pumped into the water makin carbonic acid :P Even tho its a weak acid, cooould be possible to cause damage to teeth ><
Does pepsi stain your teeth worst than coke?
I find cocacola hurt my teeth a lot more than pepsi, they also seem to make my teeth more gripy
Is vinegar good for brushing teeth?
No. Vinegar is an acid, and acids will damage the enamel of the tooth over time.
How can throwing up cause damage to your esophagus?
Stomach acid can cause damage to one's teeth. It can also irritate the esophagus, which in the case of acid reflux, can permanently change the cellular makeup (Barret's Disease) of the esophagus.
