Part of examining a patient's mouth when they come to our office is to check out all surfaces of existing teeth. Once in a while I have a patient who presents with erosion on the backside (tongue side) of teeth. This is typically something that patients don't realize is happening or can see until a dentist points it out. It is concerning to me, especially when patients aren't aware of the issue. Erosion of teeth is a symptom of a larger issue -- GERD. GERD stands for Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease. Essentially, stomach acid is making its way up the esophagus and into the oral cavity where erosion of the teeth is happening. This can cause a bad taste or bad breath upon waking. There are ways to control GERD so I encourage patients to seek care from their primary care doctor. If you have concern about possible acid erosion or just need a regular checkup please visit our website at the link below or give us a call to schedule an appointment.
-Dr. Cooper
859-266-2570
Cooper Family Dentistry is a dental office located in the Lansdowne Shopping Center on Tates Creek Rd. in Lexington, KY dedicated to helping you and your family achieve the best oral care.
