Impact of gastroesophageal reflux disease severity on dental caries and erosive tooth wear: a case control study.
Researchers compared 100 adults with gastroesophageal reflux disease to 100 healthy controls and found that GERD severity was independently associated with higher rates of dental caries and erosive tooth wear, alongside reduced salivary pH and flow rates.
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Once and for All: Does Flossing Prevent Caries?
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