Soft drink consumption has been shown to increase the risk of dental erosion by roughly 2.4 times due to its high acidity and the presence of artificial sugars that cause demineralization once metabolized by microorganisms found in plaque (Li et al., 2012). Its low pH, calcium, and fluoride levels indicate a high capability of causing dental erosion. 

Consistent consumption of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) tablets has been strongly linked to the gradual erosion of the enamel, due to its low pH level and high acidity (Li et al., 2012). Because ascorbic acid tablets and citrus fruits are excellent sources of vitamin C, moderation and rinsing after consumption are key to preventing its corrosive effects.

Milk and yogurt are excellent sources of minerals and nutrients that help preserve enamel such as calcium, phosphate, and casein -- making these good alternative options to highly acidic food and drinks (Li et al., 2012). 

Certain eating disorders that involve chronic vomiting such as anorexia and bulimia result in frequent exposure to highly corrosive gastric contents that often remain in the mouth for extended periods of time (Li et al., 2012).

Gastrointestinal tract complications that cause stomach acid to recurrently rise up into the esophagus and enter the mouth, such as acid reflux, also cause constant exposure to acidic gastric contents that gradually erode tooth enamel (Li et al., 2012). 

Failure to sufficiently rinse and buffer off traces of acid on tooth surfaces can cause poor salivary flow, which in turn assists in tooth erosion (Li et al., 2012). This typically occurs when an acidic drink or food is consumed without rinsing with water afterward, allowing the acid to remain in the mouth throughout the day.