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Illustrations: How a Tooth Decays

Posted by Ali on Tuesday, September 13, 2011, In : Dental care- Common Concerns 

Illustrations: How a Tooth Decays


1. Healthy Tooth

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2. White Spots

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Enamel is the hard outer crystal-like layer. Dentin is the softer layer beneath the enamel. The pulp chamber contains nerves and blood vessels. It is considered the living part of the tooth.

Bacteria that are exposed to sugars or carbohydrates can make acid. The acid attacks the crystal-like substance in the tooth's outer surface. This process is known as demineralization. The first sign of this is a chalky white spot. At this stag...


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What are the Stages of Gum Disease?

Posted by Ali on Tuesday, September 6, 2011, In : Dental care- Common Concerns 
 

What are the Stages of Gum Disease?

What is Gum Disease?

Gum disease is an inflammation of the gums that can progress to affect the bone that surrounds and supports your teeth. It is caused by the bacteria in plaque, a sticky, colorless film that constantly forms on your teeth. If not removed through daily brushing and flossing, plaque can build up and the bacteria infect not only your gums and teeth, but eventually the gum tissue and bone that support the teeth. This can cause them to be...


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What is Plaque?

Posted by Ali on Tuesday, September 6, 2011, In : Dental care- Common Concerns 


What is Plaque?

Plaque is a sticky, colorless film of bacteria and sugars that constantly forms on our teeth. It is the main cause of cavities and gum disease, and can harden into tartar if not removed daily.

How Do I Know if I Have Plaque?

Everyone develops plaque because bacteria are constantly forming in our mouths. These bacteria use ingredients found in our diet and saliva to grow. Plaque causes cavities when the acids from plaque attack teeth after eating. With repeated acid attacks,...


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All About Cavities

Posted by Ali on Tuesday, September 6, 2011, In : Dental care- Common Concerns 

All About Cavities

What's in Your Mouth?

How Your Teeth Decay

Types and Stages of Decay

Preventing Cavities

What's in Your Mouth?

To understand what happens when your teeth decay, it's helpful to know what's in your mouth naturally. Here are a few of the elements:
  • Saliva — Your mouth and teeth are constantly bathed in saliva. We never give much thought to our spit, but this fluid is remarkable for what it does to help protect our oral health. Saliva keeps teeth and other parts of yo...

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