Many People Do Not Know That GERD Can Damage Teeth

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Many people don't know that GERD can actually damage teeth.

Many People Do Not Know That GERD Can Damage Teeth

Dream - GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) or the increase in stomach acid is increasingly experienced by young people. In fact, this condition is no longer considered a mild disease.

There are many people who lose their lives due to stomach diseases and other digestive disorders. Regardless of the digestive condition, it turns out that GERD can also cause tooth damage and other health problems. Find out the various effects of increased stomach acid according to Internal Medicine Specialist, Ika Devi, below.

"Damaging Teeth"

It turns out that GERD can cause tooth damage. This is due to the corrosive nature of stomach acid that damages the enamel of the teeth. Enamel itself is a protective layer or the outer area of the teeth.

"If we observe, people with high stomach acid can cause teeth to become porous, damaged all,"

Ika revealed in the Instagram post.

"Through several sources, GERD can also be the cause of bruxism or the habit of grinding teeth while sleeping. Eventually, your teeth will become easily eroded, fragile, and damaged. Regardless of GERD, Dream friends must make an effort to eliminate this habit in order to avoid experiencing pain in the jaw area or other dental and oral problems."

"Inhibiting Nutrient Absorption"

Ika revealed that the pH in normal stomach acid is around 1.5-3.5. "If the stomach acid is too high, then the absorption of nutrients is not optimal."

This can be a reason why your body continues to lack nutrition even though you have been trying to meet it every day by consuming healthy food. Some people who have digestive problems may consume multivitamins to fulfill their nutritional needs.

"Damaging Stomach"

Of course, GERD will also cause stomach damage, especially if it occurs repeatedly. Dream friends can maintain stomach acid levels in several ways.

You can consume prescribed medications and regulate your diet. The prescribed medication is usually taken for a certain period of time with a dosage according to the condition. Meanwhile, the diet that should be followed is not only avoiding starchy or sour and spicy foods. Sahabat Dream also needs to avoid high-fat, sugar, and salt foods. Don't forget to have a regular rest and exercise routine, prevent stress, and try consuming 2-3 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar mixed with 200-250 cc of water if your condition allows.

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