A Clear Guide to How Tooth Decay Progresses and What You Can Do at Each Stage
Tooth decay starts when plaque bacteria feed on sugars and starches and produce acids. Those acids pull minerals out of enamel (the outer tooth layer). Over time, decay moves deeper into the tooth if it is not treated. As it reaches deeper layers like dentin and pulp, symptoms usually become more noticeable, and treatment becomes …
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