You
call it a cavity. Your dentist calls it tooth decay or dental caries. They're
all names for a hole in your tooth. The cause of tooth decay is plaque, a
sticky substance in your mouth made up mostly of germs. Tooth decay starts in
the outer layer, called the enamel. Without a filling, the decay can get deep
into the tooth and its nerves and cause a toothache or abscess.
To
help prevent cavities
- Brush your teeth every day
with a fluoride toothpaste
- Clean between your teeth
every day with floss or another type of between-the-teeth cleaner
- Snack smart - limit sugary
snacks
- See your dentist or oral
health professional regularly
Above article from: www.nim.nih.gov
Dentist Purcellville VA
Purcellville Dental Timothy A. Smith, DDS
609-T East Main Street
Purcellville, VA 20132
