All About Cavity

All About Cavity Cavities are holes in teeth caused by tooth decay. Cavities are also referred to as caries. - Bacteria present in the mouth combined with food and saliva that forms plaque. Starchy food adds stickiness to plaque and it converts into tartar. How cavities are formed ? Bacteria in the plaque convert sugar into acid which causes the holes or cavities. - Cavities start from the outer tooth layer ie. Enamel and then it starts getting deeper into inner layer of tooth. Tooth Sensitivity Toothache Light or Dark brown Spot on the tooth Signs and Symptoms of Cavity Visible holes and pits in the teeth Pain while biting Pus around the tooth Bad breath Bleeding while brushing Gum swelling Dental fillings (metal/composite filling) Treatments for cavities Dental crowns (metal/porcelain/porcelain attached to metal) Root Canal Treatment Brush at least twice a day Rinse the mouth after eating sticky and sugary food Limit the consumption of sugary and starchy food Preventive care Use the dental floss Visit dentist on regular basis Use proper dental care products Replace the toothbrush after 3 to 4 months Designed By : Smiles For Siouxland f https://www.facebook.com/smilesforsiouxland https://twitter.com/smilesiouxland/ SmilesForSiouxland Accepting New Patients g+ https://plus.google.com/104201080974685689998/about Piktochart -I make information beautiful