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It is said that all types of sugar can cause How_does_sugar_cause_tooth_decay. The most expected sugars to give tooth decay are sucrose, glucose, fructose, and maltose. Bacteria use the energy in the sugar and then make acids which attack teeth and tooth enamel. This then causes tooth decay, which is also known as dental caries. Bacteria in also found in dental plaque and that stick to our teeth, also causing tooth decay.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 9y agoYes, sugar is one of the leading causes of tooth decay. It is very important to brush your teeth after every meal to avoid tooth decay.
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Prevent tooth decay?
Stay away from foods containing sugar. Sugar is the cause of tooth decay. Try to eat sweets that are sweetened with sugar alcohol which does not cause tooth decay. If sugar can not be avoided then brush after eating sugary foods. Also floridated water helps combat tooth decay.
Can high fructose corn syrup cause tooth decay?
Yes. Anything with sugar in it (fructose is a kind of sugar) can cause tooth decay.
Does chocolate prevent tooth decay?
Nope, in fact it helps to cause tooth decay, because of all the sugar in it.
The consumption of sugar is a major cause of what?
The consumption of sugar is a major cause of what various medical disorders like cancer, acne, tooth decay and rheumatoid arthritis among others. The amount of sugar taken should be moderated.
Does soda make your teeth soft?
Anything with sugar can cause caries (decay). Sugar combines with bacteria in your mouth and saliva and becomes acidic. It causes enamel loss and decay. Sugar is the leading cause of tooth decay. In addition, the carbonation in such beverages can wear away tooth enamel.
Does ice cream cause tooth decay?
It can. Any foods, especially those containing sugars can cause tooth decay. This is one major reason to practice good dental hygiene.
What happens if you put sugar in brake fluid?
You get brake fluid that will cause tooth decay
What is tooth decay what are its cause and hous it can be porevented?
Tooth decay is, well when your teeth start to rot. The cause of Tooth decay is, eating to much sugar, and junk food, and not taking care for your teeth. It can be prevented by brushing your teeth, and going o the dentist regularly for checkups
What happens when you eat a high sugar diet?
If oral hygiene is inadequate, sugar can cause tooth decay and gum disease.
What happensif you chew gum for 365 days in a row?
I imagine the sugar could cause some tooth decay
Can eating too much sugar cause ear pain?
nope why the heck would it! it would just give you a big sugar rush! EDIT: YES! It can... too much sugar can cause tooth decay, and tooth aches which then trigger pain in your ears.
Does chemotherapy cause tooth decay?
Chemotherapy can lead to stomatitis and increase the risk of tooth decay.
