| 1 | The acids corrode the enamel of the teeth. | |
| 2 | In the presence of sugars or starches, the bacteria produce an acid that attacks the tooth enamel. | |
| 3 | It has to do with the way light reflects off our enamel, the outermost layer of teeth. | |
| 4 | If you have dry mouth, Dr. Jones recommends using a fluoride rinse at night, which can help protect the enamel. | |
| 5 | Bacteria living on teeth convert sugar into lactic acid, which erodes enamel and causes tooth decay. |