:Dental Cavities Guide

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A dental cavity is a hole in the tooth due to tooth decay, which happens when plaque, a sticky substance that accumulates on the teeth, mixes with sugars or starches of the food we take in. This fusion results in the making [...]

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The destruction of tooth structure both the enamel and dentin layer is tooth decay. This occurs when foods containing carbohydrates are left on the teeth. The bacteria that live in the mouth melts these foods turning them into acids. The combination of bacteria, [...]

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Why does someone even have yellow teeth? Without much thinking, I can think of several reasons why white teeth are not in the cards for everyone. Let us start with food; stains from blueberries, blackberries, beets, gelatin, food coloring, and so forth that cause tooth stain. Then we have beverages like coffee, tea, carbonated [...]

Tooth decay is influenced by what we eat, and how we take care of our teeth. Destroyed tooth structure does not regenerate, but, cavities can be stopped by treatment.
In filling the teeth, the decayed portion is drilled and replaced with a restorative substance (silver alloy, gold, porcelain, or composite resin). Crowns are used if the [...]

Once, twice or thrice in your life, you may have visited your dentist to have a cavity filled. When dentists perform cavity filling, the patient doesn’t usually see the whole process. He only sees the result after the process is done.
So how is cavity filling done? It starts with thoroughly cleaning the cavity and its [...]

Flossing is probably the best way to keep your teeth totally clean particularly in between. When food particles are left in between teeth, cavities will likely form because bacteria will breed easily and quickly there. Hence, it is important that the areas in between teeth are kept clean and free of food residues all the [...]

One of the ways to make dental health a habit in the family is by instilling in the children a certain awareness of this aspect of healthy living. It may not be easy to do, but nevertheless doable.
One of the keys is by beginning early. This can be done by starting them at an [...]

Mothers will be happy to note that there are ways to avoid ECTD or Early Childhood Tooth Decay, otherwise known as Baby Bottle Tooth Decay.
First and most important way is to wean the child early from bottle feeding. When the child turns one and a half years old, the mother can start preparing him for [...]

Oral health can largely affect the overall health condition of an individual. The condition of your teeth, gums and mouth greatly affect your overall health state.
A research shows that the deficient oral health of a person has a connection with the occurrence of systemic disease like diabetes in people regardless of age. Said research also [...]

The best way to prevent cavities is by brushing your teeth after eating and before going to bed. The latter is the most important because it is when you are asleep that your mouth is inactive, thus giving more room for bacteria to grow. During daytime, your mouth is constantly active when you do activities [...]

It’s the middle of the night and your child suddenly rouses you from deep sleep, crying. He has a terrible toothache. You try to calm him down, even clown around to distract him from the pain, but to no avail. You feel like you’re marooned in an island with no sign of help. What to [...]

Protect your teeth by ending your meals with food that will not promote cavities, but instead will prevent them. For example, aged cheeses consumed at the end of the meal will help prevent cavities. Chewing sugarless gum will also stimulate saliva flow, which will decrease acid and flush out food particles. Most [...]

The way you brush your teeth is a vital element in dental hygiene. Improper brushing has been found out to be one main cause of cavities. This is because with improper brushing, food particles that get lodged in between teeth are not removed and flushed out. Worse, they even get more deeply imbedded.
To properly [...]

Do you know that more teeth are usually lost through gum disease than any other causes of tooth decay? This disease will strike anybody who eats a poor diet or neglects oral hygiene. Those people who are afflicted with malnutrition, alcoholism, AIDS/HIV infection or those who are being treated with steroid drugs or [...]

Apples and other fresh fruits are very good for the teeth. Although they are also sweet and acidic, they do not cause any problem because chewing them stimulates saliva flow. Saliva will decrease mouth acidity and wash away food particles.
Apples have also been called nature’s toothbrush because they would increase saliva flow, stimulate [...]

The number one cause of tooth decay is sucrose. It is a granulated sugar which can be found in sugary foods such as candies, cookies and sodas. They go hand in hand with starchy foods (such as cereals and breads). When these starches are mixed with amylase, which is a saliva enzyme, [...]

Having a healthy diet, aside from flossing and brushing protects tooth decay and will keep the gums very healthy. Tooth decay (dental caries and cavities) and gum disease are often caused by bacteria colonies that will constantly coat the teeth with plaque, which is similar to a sticky film. If the plaque is not [...]

Make sure you have a complete set of dental supplies in order to maintain total dental care and good dental health, and to prevent cavities from forming.
Some of the dental supplies you need to invest on are: a good toothbrush, one preferably recommended by your dentist; waterpicks which are useful in getting out debris [...]

Majority of cavities are completely painless - because the outer enamel has no nerves and it is only when the cavity enters the dentin that one may be aware of its existence. The most common symptom is an increased sensation to cold and/or sweet foods or beverages. The cavity weakens the tooth and can cause [...]

Cavities are not only present among kids’ teeth. As people age, the changes that go with the aging process make cavities a problem also among adults. Gums may recess away from the teeth, and together with an increased cases of periodontal disease, the roots of the teeth may be exposed to plaque. A tissue, which [...]

Once, twice or thrice in your life, you may have visited your dentist to have a cavity filled. When dentists perform cavity filling, the patient doesn’t usually see the whole process. He only sees the result after the process is done.
So how is cavity filling done? It starts with thoroughly cleaning the cavity and [...]

There are some cavities remains at the back of the mouth that are hard to reach with a toothbrush. These cavities will cause acid, so in order to prevent this, dental sealants is used. This product really works especially in controlling bad breath and keeping your mouth clean. Dental sealants are transparent plastic coatings which [...]

Children as young as 18 months can develop cavities too according to dentists. This is because some solid finger foods are already being introduced to their diet, aside of course from breast feeding. Aside from diet, oral hygiene and genetics are also factors in the development of cavities. Since baby teeth are more porous that [...]