Root Causes of Cavities

 There are a number of steps required for cavities to form, starting from the loss of mineral to eating all the way through the tooth to cause a cavity. It is impportant to understand the causes of tooth decay so you can lean the proper way to care for your teeth and care for your health.

Cavity and tooth decay factors to watch out for:

1) Poor oral hygiene

2) Plaque formation

3) Eating and drinking (what you eat and drink)

4) Plaque bacteria and acid

5) Medical problems (such as some types of cancer can promote a toothc avity by changing the makeup of the salive)