GERD can certainly do a number on your teeth. If it is left uncontrolled the acid can cause a lot of damage to the enamel on your teeth as well as your esophagus. This could potentially lead to cavities or other dental issues.
The role GERD can play in oral health is pretty common knowledge. Having GERD myself, I knew that it was doing some damage to my own teeth while it was out of control. What I hadn't realized was that the GERD pain was also triggering me to clench and grind my teeth. A...
As most of you know I have a 6 year old who lives with GERD. It has been a long and stressful road. Last week it seemed like she was back... Read more »
Did you miss part I of this three part series? Read Jan's first post, "When your Child Has Reflux," first. When your toddler or child... Read more »
Did you miss part I or II of this three part series? Don't worry, you can catch up! Read "When your Child has Reflux" and "Recommended... Read more »
Children with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) are at risk for developing dental problems. During a reflux episode, stomach acid... Read more »
As a nutritionist I have always had the “book knowledge” when it comes to dealing with acid reflux. We discussed it in school,... Read more »
Copyright Pediatric Adolescent Gastroesophageal Reflux Assocation (www.reflux.org). This document is medically reviewed and used with permission.... Read more »
The erosive effects of acid reflux, sodas, juices, and wine can wreck havoc on your teeth, experts say. Acid erodes enamel, which leads to increased... Read more »
Gastroesophageal reflux (GER) occurs when stomach contents come back up into the esophagus (the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach) during... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Nearly everyone has an attack of heartburn at some point in their lives. In the vast majority of cases the condition is temporary and mild, causing... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
AntacidsAntacids neutralize acids in the stomach, and are the drugs of choice for mild GERD symptoms. They may also stimulate the defensive systems... Read more »
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