DENTAL CARIES
DENTAL CARIES WHAT IS DENTAL CARIES? Dental caries is an infectious microbiological disease that affects both soft and hard tissue of the teeth. It leads to the formation of small holes in the teeth and makes it week and prone to infections CAUSATIVE FACTORS There are 4 main things that may lead to caries Microorganisms: The presence of certain bacteria in the mouth leads to caries. Different microorganisms are responsible for the initiation and propogation of caries. Substrate: Carbohydrates. Foods rich in carbohydrates eg sugars are acted upon by the bacteria and acids such as lactic acid are released. This acid causes the demineralization of teeth. Host: The individuals teeth, whether they are crowded or not, type and flow of saliva, etc Time: till which all factors are in contact. SYMPTOMS Begins as the presence of discolouration on the tooth surface. If left unchecked it may lead to formation of holes on the teeth (cavitation) Sensitivi...
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