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How does lemons make our teeth go bad?
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Acid: Lemons are very acidic. The bacteria that cause tooth decay produce ac ids. The acids etch your tooth enamel, leaching calcium from your teeth. The result is higher incidence of decay. Remember, all things in moderation.
Answered 11/24/2020
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Citric acid: The citric acid in oranges eats through the enamel of the teeth, making them prone to development of decay and gingivitis. Sometimes these things happen quickly, sometimes takes years to develop.
Answered 11/24/2020
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