How many times have you struggled with heartburn this week? Most patients experience a bit from time to time, while others struggle with it two, three, or more times a week. Does that sound more like your experience?
Heartburn that occurs so frequently is a symptom of a condition called
acid reflux disease. Other symptoms of this condition include:
- Bloating or burping
- Regurgitation
- Narrowing of the esophagus
- Nausea
- Hiccups
- Black or bloody stools, or bloody vomiting
- Weight loss
- Dry cough, sore throat, wheezing, hoarseness
Aside from these symptoms,
acid reflux disease can also have an effect on your oral health. That’s because of how
acid reflux works. For patients who struggle with
acid reflux, what happens is that stomach acid routinely escapes from the stomach and ends up in the esophagus. If any of this acid comes into contact with your teeth, it can dissolve the protective layer of enamel on the outside, exposing the sensitive layer of dentin underneath.
Have your teeth been damaged by stomach acid? Here are a few symptoms:
- Sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweet foods
- Teeth that have thinned or shortened
- Pain or irritation
- Teeth with sharp edges
Do you recognize these symptoms with your own smile?
Call Verona Dental Arts today to schedule an appointment with
Dr. Michael Scurti. We serve patients from
Clifton,
West Orange, and all surrounding communities in
New Jersey.
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