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Can head trauma cause long term tooth decay?
No, tooth decay is caused by bacterial plaque that produces acids which destroy the tooth enamel. Bacterial plaque results from inadequate oral hygiene (brushing and flossing).
Is plaque the same as tooth decay?
Yes
what is the name of the element which causes tooth decay?
Tooth decay is the process that results in a cavity (dental caries). It occurs when bacteria in your mouth make acids that eat away at a tooth. If not treated, tooth decay can cause pain, infection, and tooth loss. The mixture of bacteria and acids make a sticky substance called plaque which if not treated, can cause your tooth to rot or turn into a yellowish colour.
What is plaque and how does it contribute on tooth decay?
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(now the caries equation:?
Sugar + Plaque = Acid + Tooth = Decay
How can reducing the amount of plaque reduce tooth decay?
because the less plaque on your teeth means less bacteria and less bacteria using the sugar on your teeth means less acid causing tooth decay
How many types of tooth decay is there?
There is Sugar Decay. The bacteria in your mouth create a substance called plaque when they feed on the sugar which creates an acid which makes a hole in your tooth, which the plaque then burrow down into to start an infection.
How is tooth decay caused?
Tooth decay is caused by plaque, a sticky film of bacteria that forms on teeth. When sugars or starches in food and drinks are consumed, the bacteria in plaque produce acids that can wear down the enamel of the tooth, leading to decay. Regular brushing, flossing, and dental visits can help prevent tooth decay.
Does sour candy cause tooth decay?
Sour candy, in and of itself, does not cause tooth decay just like cold temperatures do not cause the common cold. Eating sour candy, which is loaded with sugar, and not following good dental hygiene practices, will promote the growth of bacteria/plaque that WILL cause tooth decay. So, eat sour candy, rinse, brush your teeth, see a dentist, and you should be fine.
How is the tooth decay related with plaque?
Plaque forms around the gum line & is not easily removed by brushing alone & becomes harder over time damaging the tooth enamel allowing bacteria to enter the tooth & cause decay. A professional clean is also far more effective at removing tartar and staining, making your mouth look and feel fresh, clean and healthy.
Why do foods that are high in sugar cause so much tooth decay?
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.
Explain how reducing the amount of plaque can reduce tooth decay. use the leaflet to help you?
Reducing plaque is important because plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that forms on teeth. This bacteria feeds on sugars in the mouth and produces acid that can erode tooth enamel, leading to decay. By reducing plaque through proper oral hygiene like brushing and flossing, the amount of acid that can damage the teeth is minimized, hence reducing the risk of tooth decay.
