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Your teeth are some of the most important tools that your body has access to, responsible for your ability to eat, speak, laugh, and more. That said, when something doesn\u2019t seem quite right with them and they begin to feel a little rough or worn around the edges, you might be feeling very concerned about their well-being. Continue reading below to learn a little more from your trusted dentist<\/a> about why teeth can sometimes begin to feel rough, and what you should do to prevent the issue from worsening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Causes Teeth to Feel Rough?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When your teeth feel rough to the touch, what you\u2019re feeling is their outermost layer, known as the enamel. It\u2019s technically the hardest substance in your body and acts as a protective shield for your teeth, but unfortunately, it\u2019s not entirely invincible and several things can threaten and compromise it if you aren\u2019t careful. This is often caused by acid erosion, but sometimes other injuries including physical trauma can trigger it. It\u2019s also sometimes caused by tartar buildup resulting from inadequate oral hygiene. But in any case, it can lead to it not feeling as smooth as usual; not to mention, it also means their health is at risk since their shield is down!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reasons for Enamel Erosion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some common causes for this erosion include but aren’t limited to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n