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Acid origin modulates the protective effect of an experimental anti-erosive gel against enamel erosion.

Journal of dentistry · Da Silva Silveira Cardoso TB, Estenico MR, Torres CRG, Borges AB, Mailart MC, da Silva Ávila DM · 2026-10-14

Experimental gels containing fluoride and a bioadhesive polymer reduced enamel mineral loss when exposed to citric acid erosion, but not hydrochloric acid erosion, suggesting the type of erosive acid influences how well protective gel formulations work.

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