

11 Importantly, the consumption of beverages with higher concentrations of available hydrogen ions (pH < 4.0) results in the immediate softening of the tooth surface that becomes quite susceptible to removal by abrasion and attrition. 7, 13, 14 As the oral cavity pH drops below 4.0, the tooth surface erodes and with each unit of decrease in pH there is a ten-fold increase in enamel solubility resulting in a 100 fold increase in enamel demineralization as the pH approaches 2.0 from 4.0. 12 Erosion may initially progress through the enamel lamellae exposing dentinal tubules leading to dentinal sensitivity, however, with continuous erosive insult to the surface enamel, larger areas of the enamel-dentin junction will eventually become exposed, leading to enhanced sensitivity. It primarily occurs when hydrogen ions interact with the surface flluoroapatite and hydroxyapatite crystals after diffusion through plaque-pellicle biofilm-a process termed proton-promoted dissolution. These additives give the beverage its distinctive sugar/acid signature taste.ĭental erosion is the irreversible acidic dissolution of surface tooth structure by chemical means in the absence of microorganisms. Malic acid is added to artificially sweeten carbonated beverages to intensify taste and reduce the amount of other added flavorings. Malic acid occurs naturally in apples, pears and cherries, and is added to many non-carbonated beverages such as fruit drinks, fortified juices, sports drinks and iced teas because it enhances the intrinsic flavor. Citric acid, a substance naturally occurring in citrus drinks and added to many others, imparts a tangy flavor and functions as a preservative. Phosphoric acid is added to cola drinks to impart tartness, reduce growth of bacteria and fungi, and improve shelf-life. Acids provide a tartness and tangy taste that helps to balance the sweetness of sugar present in the beverage they are key factors in the taste of the beverage. 11 Acids are added to beverages and compose a flavor profile giving the beverage a distinctive taste. 10 Commercially available beverages with a pH < 4.0 are potentially damaging to the dentition. The pH of commercial non-dairy beverages range from 2.1 (lime juice concentrate) to 7.4 (spring water). 5 The consumption of acidic beverages contributes to an erosive oral milieu, and should be of concern to the dental practitioner. 4 The prevalence of dental erosion in the 21 st century has also increased due to our enhanced preference for sweet and sour. 4 Between 1999–2002 daily carbonated soft drink/fruit drink consumption by 13- to18-year-olds was 26 ounces, and the Center for Science in the Public Interest has reported that in 2004 total consumption of these drinks for every man, woman and child was approximately 68 gallons per year. 1– 3 In 1942 the annual production of soft drinks was about 60 12-ounce servings per person, and that number has increased almost 10-fold since 2005.
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Production is currently underway, and the series is scheduled to return in early 2018.Sweetened beverage consumption has increased dramatically over the past 35 years in America with carbonated soft drinks being consumed the most frequently children, teens, and young adults are the main consumers. "We are thrilled to be back in Maine at Camp Waziyatah with the creative team from Evolution Media and many of the same crew members who produced the original series." " Bug Juice took viewers on a journey of adventure and self-discovery," Susette Hsiung, executive vice president of production at Disney Channels Worldwide, said in a statement. The new version will follow a group of kids, ages 10 to 12 years old, at summer camp. Now, 20 years after the docu-series was first filmed at Camp Waziyatah in Waterford, Maine, it's coming back to our screens! (" Bug Juice, it doesn't come in a jar Bug Juice comes from who you are.") It ran for three seasons from 1998 to 2001, and the catchy theme song is still stuck in our heads. If you need a refresher, Bug Juice was Disney Channel's first-ever original unscripted show (named after the juice drinks served at summer camps).
