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Essential nutrients are just that; essential!

They do not cause tooth decay as such or else all of us would be suffering from tooth decay!

Now, vitamins, carbohydrates, fats and minerals are what are generally taught as the essential nutrients.

Of these it is carbohydrates that have a direct link to tooth decay( called dental caries).

Carbohydrates in the presence of certain bacteria and other congenial atmosphere bring about the breakdown of tooth structure.

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Tooth decay is not caused by a mineral deficiency. It is caused by acidic bacterial by-products that break down the enamel matrix.

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Calcium.

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