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Olympic Athletes at Greater Risk of Poor Oral Health

The Oral Health Foundation is encouraging Olympics athletes to take good care of their teeth. A study carried out by the foundation indicates that elite athletes have a higher risk of dental erosion and cavities compared to people who trained less. The constant snacking on bars, gels, and sports drinks lower the PH of the mouth to below 5.5 increasing both erosion and decay.

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