Which of the following conditions will occur as a result of lowered bacterial plaque pH?

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The loss of salivary buffers in a xerostomic client leads to a drop in intraoral pH. The acidity of the saliva that bathes the teeth, coupled with an increased bacterial plaque biofilm coating the teeth, both contribute to dentinal hypersensitivity. Hypersensitivity may also occur due to the erosion of enamel and cementum by acids found in gastrointestinal fluids, and food and beverages.

Which of the Following Conditions Will Occur as a Result