The role of the diet in tooth wear

There is an established role between dietary acids and erosive tooth wear. Addressing this preventable aspect of erosive tooth wear may help to delay progression from other less preventable tooth wear factors such as gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, vomiting eating disorders and parafunctional habits. Reducing dietary acid intake may also help to reduce dentine hypersensitivity symptoms. However, the relationship between provision of advice and behaviour change is not straightforward. Individualised help to set a goal and incorporate planning and self-monitoring may make the behaviour change more effective.