Question 1

could drinking alcohol cause tooth decay?

Accepted Answer

Possibly yes: Dry mouth can greatly increase your chance of developing dental decay. If you are an alcoholic, then you experience dry mouth. If you binge drink, then you will notice that you have dry mouth the following morning.

Question 2

what chemicals cause tooth decay?

Accepted Answer

Acid: Acid demineralizes the enamel matrix of the teeth causing tooth decay.

Question 3

why do biofilms cause tooth decay?

Accepted Answer

Bacteria: Biofilms are collections of bacteria. If they are sitting on your teeth in the form of plaque, they are busy converting the sugar in your food to erosive acid.

Question 4

what is the main reason for tooth decay over time?

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Bacteria and sugar: And by sugar i mean any carbohydrate.  The bacteria eat carbs and produce acids which take calcium out of the tooth.  Some acidic foods such as pop do the same thing.  The best defense is flossing, brushing, avoiding pop and othe highly refined sugars, plus regular dental visits.

Question 5

can tooth decay cause loss of taste? had it extracted and can taste much better?

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Change in taste: Decay, debris, bacteria, acid, and toxins can all alter your sense of taste, and smell. Glad you're doing better now.

Question 6

i really get cofused many search on net say phayte acid cause osteoprosies and tooth decay as it bind to ca and iron what should i do or believr>

Accepted Answer

Interesting: Phytic acid is both an anti-nutrient in that it binds dietary sources of iron very efficiently as well as zinc, calcium and magnesium. It is also considered an anti-oxidant since it binds free radical iron so it is a complex nutrient to fully understand. I don&#x27;t think it can lower oral pH enough to directly affect tooth decay as many other acids do but it does affect calcium metabolism.

Question 7

how do sweet things cause tooth decay?

Accepted Answer

Bacteria: Tooth decay is caused by bacteria living in your mouth.  The bacteria use carbohydrates (sugars) to produce acids which breakdown the surface of the tooth.  This breakdown is tooth decay.  Keep in mind, it is not how much sweet things you eat but how often you eat them that affect tooth decay.

Question 8

what are the main causes of tooth decay?

Accepted Answer

Acid: Acid, produced by bacteria, causes the breakdown of the mineral matrix that enamel is composed of. Acids from specific foods/drinks will also contribute to the problem, as will acid reflux.

Question 9

can a tooth decay cause medical problems in your?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: There are a whole host of medical problems that can arise from allowing dental issues to go untreated. Everything from an increased risk of heart disease, difficulty controlling blood sugar levels, and of course the possibility of infection. Don't let dental problems go untreated!

Question 10

what foods can i eat that will not cause tooth decay?

Accepted Answer

Foods without Sugar: Sugar is one of the main causes of tooth decay.  Avoiding sugar or at least limiting its consumption will help.  Also, taking good care of your teeth and having help from a dentist will help.

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