22 小时之前 · The model was based on national-level data about decayed, missing and filled teeth, the relative likelihood of receiving an intervention (such as a restorative procedure, tooth extraction and ...

2 天之前 · Your teeth become highly vulnerable to decay and infection. This stage often requires extensive dental intervention to protect your remaining tooth structure and restore function. Common Causes. Despite your best oral hygiene efforts, tooth enamel erosion can occur due to various factors in your daily life.

2 天之前 · The Process of Tooth Decay. Tooth decay, also known as dental caries, is a gradual process. The key players are bacteria, sugar, and acid. 1. Bacteria's Role. Bacteria present in your mouth: Your mouth naturally contains various bacteria. Some of these bacteria are harmful and contribute to tooth decay.

1 天前 · Tooth decay can be largely prevented by oral hygiene, professional dental care and a diet low in sugar. But, fluoridation of drinking water is an additional powerful preventive.

22 小时之前 · Fluoride helps prevent tooth decay because it strengthens tooth enamel while making teeth more resistant to acid attacks caused by plaque bacteria. Through the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) programs children have shown decreased decay rates due to community water fluoridation and professional fluoride treatments.

2 天之前 · These acids weaken tooth enamel, causing decay over time. Sugary and acidic foods contribute to cavities. Bacteria feed on sugar, increasing acid production. Frequent snacking and poor oral hygiene accelerate the process. Dry mouth also increases cavity risk. Saliva helps neutralize acids and wash away food particles.

2 天之前 · Dental health inequalities. Around a quarter of 5-year-old children in England have tooth decay—rising to up to 50% in areas of deprivation. The burden of decay is significant, causing pain and ...

1 天前 · The CDC estimates that fluoridation has reduced tooth decay in children by 40-70% and reduced tooth loss in adults by 40-60%. Community water fluoridation is listed in the CDC’s 10 great public ...

4 天之前 · S. mutans, a ubiquitous member of the human oral microbiome, becomes a dental villain when specific ecological shifts allow it to proliferate, producing a subclass of bacteriocins called lantibiotic mutacins—broad-spectrum antimicrobials—that aggressively eliminate competition, enabling S. mutans to thrive and cause decay.

4 天之前 · It causes dry mouth, which can lead to tooth decay. Saliva protects you from dental caries.” She cites two other factors may contribute to cavities and tooth loss: the high-fat snacks, sugary foods and drinks people typically consume when they use cannabis and poor brushing habits while under the influence.