Dentist in West Seneca Reveals How Acid Reflux Affects the Teeth

It is a problem that affects about 40% of Americans at least once a month, and it goes by a few different names: heartburn, acid reflux, and gastroesophageal reflux disease, better known as GERD. They all describe a common condition where acid in the stomach is able to leak into the throat and mouth. While many people are familiar with the telltale burning sensation it can cause in the chest, few are aware that it can actually harm the teeth as well! Today, a dentist in West Seneca discusses how GERD can affect the teeth as well as how they can help patients keep their smile protected. (more…)