{"id":216,"date":"2019-05-06T20:16:51","date_gmt":"2019-05-06T20:16:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weldondentistry.com\/blog\/?p=216"},"modified":"2019-06-06T20:17:03","modified_gmt":"2019-06-06T20:17:03","slug":"learning-about-acid-reflux-and-how-it-can-affect-your-mouth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weldondentistry.com\/blog\/learning-about-acid-reflux-and-how-it-can-affect-your-mouth\/","title":{"rendered":"Learning About Acid Reflux and How It Can Affect Your Mouth"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weldondentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_211258101__1559851423_31742.jpg\" alt=\"Stomach pain\" class=\"wp-image-217\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weldondentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_211258101__1559851423_31742.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.weldondentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_211258101__1559851423_31742-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.weldondentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_211258101__1559851423_31742-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>We all know that uncomfortable feeling of heartburn, whether\nit\u2019s from a fatty burger or other foods that can trigger the reaction. It can\nbe annoying to deal with once in a while, but if you\u2019ve been getting heartburn\nregularly, it can lead to serious health complications \u2013 including,\nsurprisingly, in your mouth. Here\u2019s what you need to know about acid reflux and\nhow it could affect your oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Acid Reflux?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid is allowed to flow up\nthe esophagus. This often causes a burning sensation known as heartburn (although\nit doesn\u2019t directly affect the heart) because while the stomach has a special\nlining to protect it from its own acid, the esophagus does not. If acid reflux\nhappens frequently, it\u2019s referred to as GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease).\nSometimes acid reflux and GERD occur without causing noticeable pain, but that\ndoesn\u2019t mean that damage isn\u2019t being done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can Acid Reflux Affect My Oral Health?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Stomach acid that travels up through the esophagus can reach\nyour mouth where it can get on the teeth and eat away at the enamel, causing\ntooth erosion. It\u2019s especially an issue while sleeping when you\u2019re swallowing\nless often and producing less saliva. The acid can also cause gum inflammation,\nwhich can lead to severe gum disease and bone loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It should be noted that it\u2019s not just your oral health\naffected by acid reflux. It can also damage your esophagus and make swallowing\npainful and difficult; additionally, you will be at greater risk for esophageal\ncancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can I Tell if I Have Acid Reflux?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In cases of acid reflux and GERD where there\u2019s no noticeable\npain, your dentist may be the first to see the signs during a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weldondentistry.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">regular\ncheck-up<\/a>. The first clue is often erosion of the enamel on the molars or on\nthe back side of your teeth, which can indicate that the source of the damage\nis coming from the back of the mouth. Other symptoms may include sinus\ninfection, coughing, hoarseness and bad breath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can I Protect Myself From Acid Reflux?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can reduce the risk of acid reflux by eating smaller\nmeals and avoiding fatty foods, spicy foods, chocolate, acidic fruits and other\nknown triggers for the condition. Not everyone is affected the same by these\nfoods, so be sure to keep track of which ones you have a reaction to. You\nshould also avoid lying down right after eating; gravity plays a role in\nkeeping your stomach acids from going into the esophagus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re found to be suffering from GERD, you may be\ndirected towards some over-the-counter medicines or receive a prescription. Be\nsure to follow instructions for the medicine as well as changes to your\nlifestyle. Remember, sugary foods aren\u2019t the only thing that can damage your\nsmile; protect your teeth by protecting your whole body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;About the Author<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the past, Dr. Daniel Weldon has served as the president of the Marion County Dental Association; he is currently a member of the Andrew J. Semesco Foundation, which funds research for oral, head and neck cancer. At his practice, Weldon General and Cosmetic Dentistry, he provides a wide variety of preventive dentistry services. To schedule an appointment, visit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weldondentistry.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call (352) 622-3236. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We all know that uncomfortable feeling of heartburn, whether it\u2019s from a fatty burger or other foods that can trigger the reaction. It can be annoying to deal with once in a while, but if you\u2019ve been getting heartburn regularly, it can lead to serious health complications \u2013 including, surprisingly, in your mouth. Here\u2019s what [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-216","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Oral Health in Ocala | Acid Reflux | Weldon General and Cosmetic Dentistry<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Problems in your stomach may be damaging your teeth. 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