Monthly Archives: September 2009

How Tooth Decay Happens

Tooth decay is caused by certain types of bacteria that live in your mouth. When they stick to the film on your teeth called dental plaque, they can do damage. The bacteria feed on what you eat and drink, especially sugars (including fruit sugars)...
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How Tooth Decay Happens

Tooth decay is caused by certain types of bacteria (germs) that live in your mouth. When they stick to the film on your teeth called dental plaque, they can do damage. The bacteria feed on what you eat, especially sugars and starch (bread, crackers, cookies)....
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