In young children, teeth that have recently emerged have weak enamel and are highly susceptible to acid decay.

最近表明，小孩子的牙釉质极易受酸侵蚀。

youdao

Second, it can reverse the early stages of acid damage by remineralizing areas that have started to decay.

其次，它能够通过矿化开始腐蚀的区域扭转早期的酸性伤害。

youdao

The acid from the bacteria can decay your teeth.

而产生的酸可以腐蚀你的牙齿。

youdao

It also attacked Streptococcus mutans, an acid-producing bacterium which is a major cause of tooth decay.

BBC: Coconut oil could combat tooth decay

This acid attacks the enamel on the teeth and leaves them vulnerable to decay.

BBC: Dental threat of snacking

Besides beating tooth decay, independent research finds that gum can aid in reducing the symptoms of acid reflux disease.

CNN: Chew on this: Gum may be good for body, mind