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Tooth decay – it’s not just sugar that’s to blame…
It’s a well known fact that sugar plays a major role in the formation of tooth decay. But the real culprits are in fact the bacteria found in our mouth.
Of course, they need sugar in order to survive. When we eat food containing sugar, it is metabolised by these bacteria which then produce acid. And it is this acid that, in turn, attacks and demineralises our tooth enamel. A cavity, a very small cavity, is then able to form. And it is at this point that tooth decay sets in. Sweets, and also fruit, therefore play a major role in this process. The same is true of sugary drinks, including diet drinks which are naturally acidic.
Fortunately, each time we eat, our saliva helps to remineralise our teeth. But only to a certain degree. Which is why good oral hygiene, particularly brushing our teeth three times a day (after each meal) is so important. And remember that an annual visit or two to the dentist will also help to keep tooth decay at bay.
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